Corneal Ulcer :
Corneal ulcer is a sore on the corneal surface of the eye. It is commonly seen in individuals with poor maintenance of contact lens, diabetes, and other underlying eye diseases, who has shingles or dry eyes. Injury or trauma to cornea, and infections of all origins such as bacterial, viral, fungal or parasitic may cause corneal ulcers. It is examined by slit lamp microscope, application of fluorescein dye to the cornea to determine the extent of damage, and tissue cultures. These ulcers are routinely managed with help of topical applicants/antibiotic drops such as ciprofloxacin or ofloxacin.
Found 15 Doctors for Corneal Ulcer Treatment in Visakhapatnam

Dr. Avinash Pathengay
MBBS, DO (Ophthalmology), FRCS
Fellowship in Vitreo Retinal Surgery
Ophthalmologist
GMR Varalakshmi Campus
Hanumanthavaka Junction
Hanumanthavaka, Visakhapatnam
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OP Timings
Tue - Wed :
08:00 am - 05:00 pm
Fee : 400

Dr. Bhavik Uttam Panchal
MBBS, DNB (Ophthalmology), FICO
Fellowship in Vitreo Retinal and Uveitis
Ophthalmologist
GMR Varalakshmi Campus
Hanumanthavaka Junction
Hanumanthavaka, Visakhapatnam
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OP Timings
Mon, Thu :
08:00 am - 05:00 pm
Fee : 400
Frequently Asked Questions
Do corneal ulcers need surgery?
The best doctors for corneal ulcer treatment in Vishakapatnam advise that if the corneal ulcer is not responding adequately to medical management, or if the risk of complications is very high, then surgical treatment will be required to treat it.