HIV Infection through Eye

There are various symptoms of HIV. The existence of these symptoms can be seen all over the body. HIV eye infection is not exception to this rule. The virus may lead to cause the infection in the posterior and in the anterior section of the eye. Nevertheless, these infections may not be harmful, as they can be treated entirely, if diagnosed before time. Tumor in the periocular tissues can be experienced by the anterior section of the eye. As well as the posterior section of the eye experience, opportunistic infections in the choriod and retina. The opportunistic HIV eye infection strengthens as the virus transmutes within the body. Cytomegalovirus Retinitis (CMV) is one of the most common and dangerous opportunistic infection in the retina. It causes inflammation in the retina that is a delicate nerve tissue behind our eye balls. Retina is the vital element of visionary senses. It transforms the perceived image into electronic impulses so that the brain can interpret that image. It is a very serious problem and cause for the blindness after few months.

Let us see that how HIV infection through eye develops:

What is CMV?

CMV is a virus that generally assaults on our eyes. The immune system of a healthy person can resist this virus and protect our eyes. Nevertheless, it does not occur in case of a HIV positive person. The reason behind it is the immune system of a HIV positive person which unable to fight or resist the virus and as a result of this the virus gets transmitted gradually all over the body.

There are some common symptoms of HIV eye infection

The symptoms of HIV eye infections resemble to those of any other eye infections such as conjunctivitis. Therefore a person may ignore it by considering it as a common eye infection. Nevertheless, it is always better for a person not to ignore the symptoms if he/she witnesses the below symptoms

• Gradual loss of vision
• Redness in the eyes
• Sensitivity to light
• Black spots in the field of vision
• Pain in the eyes

Nevertheless, the above symptoms do not essentially mean the constant presence of HIV eye infection virus such as CMV. There may be perhaps other medical reasons. Those who belong to high risk groups should visit the doctor immediately if they are experiencing any of these symptoms.

There are some common HIV eye infections given here

Kaposi's sarcomaIt is a tumor that spread out in the while part of the eyes. It might lead to muscle lumps on the eyelids. However it can be treated by going through the radiation therapy and surgeries

Cotton wool

It can cause to minor bleeding and white spots in the retina

Treatment for HIV eye infection

• Valcyte or valganciclovir that are oral medications should be taken regularly
• Anti retroviral therapy is the best option that are created to suit the eyes
• Antiviral intravenous medicines can be used as a treatment
• Medical transplant of eyes is performed through the surgery

It is true that HIV infection can lead to the eye infection but it can be cured easily. However, keep in mind that early check-up should be done before the infection spread out to the acute stage. It can be cured with medical transplant and medicines.

HIV eye infection can be treated if it does not reach to the acute stage. So it is essential to go through the regular check-up and have a proper treatment that is available by consulting with a doctor. It would be helpful for a person to control the infection.