ReNu with MoistureLoc Linked to Fusarium Keratitis

Pete Strom

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Reports of fungal keratitis infections in users in South Carolina of the solution are surfacing in contact lens wearers who use ReNu with MoistureLoc. Fungal keratitis is a serious eye infection that can develop through the whole depth of the cornea. The infection can require prolonged drug therapy with antifungals such as natamycin, nystatin, and amphotericin B. Other antifungals that may be administered include various Azoles and Fluorinated pyrimidines. If drugs do not work and the eye is damaged, surgery may be necessary to remove fungal ulcers/lesions. Symptoms of fungal keratitis include eye pain, eye discomfort, decrease in vision and light hypersensitivity.

I have seen several case where doctor's misdiagnosed the condition prior to the product recall on April 10, 2006. If you have had serious problems , you may want to follow up with your doctor and contact a ReNu attorney to protect your legal rights.