Microbiology: A Systems Approach 4th Edition

by Cowan, Marjorie Kelly

Published by McGraw-Hill Education

ISBN 10: 0073402435

ISBN 13: 978-0-07340-243-7

Chapter 18 - Infectious Diseases Affecting the Skin and Eyes - 18.6 Eye Diseases Caused by Microorganisms - 18.6 Learning Outcomes-Assess Your Progress - Page 543: 13

Answer

Conjuctivitis: Chlamydia trachomatis or streptococcus pneumonia Trachoma: Chlamydia trachomatis Keratitis: Herpes simplex virus River blindness: Onchocerca volvulus

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The possible causative agents are: Conjuctivitis: Chlamydia trachomatis or streptococcus pneumonia Trachoma: Chlamydia trachomatis Keratitis: Herpes simplex virus River blindness: Onchocerca volvulus

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