Using Riboflavin and Ultraviolet Light to Treat Acanthamoeba
February 16, 2011
Ophthalmology: Acanthamoeba infection of the cornea can sometimes be impossible to treat medically. in a report of three cases, Acanthamoeba was successfully treated using riboflavin and ultraviolet light where medical treatment failed. Surgery was still needed later to remove the scars. This gives hope in this difficult disease.
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Does anyone know of an FDA test program in the USA, or anyplace in Canada where the ultraviolet treatment can be done?
i would suggest contacting a world-class eye hospital like wills, bascom palmer, ny eye and ear, jules stein etc
Thank you so much, Ari! I will do that.