Case - Long-Term Topical Cyclosporin A Therapy in Thygeson's Superficial Punctate Keratitis: A Case Report

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Long-Term Topical Cyclosporin A Therapy in Thygeson's Superficial Punctate Keratitis: A Case Report

Presented by:	Cases Journal / Murat Hasanreisoglu and Rahamim Avisar
Summary points:	A 15-year-old presents with long-term ocular symptoms of foreign body sensation, burning, irritation, tearing, and transient photophobia that failed to respond completely to treatment with steroidal agents. This case report describes the clinical and laboratory evaluation, treatment, and outcome. The authors discuss the efficacy and safety of cyclosporine A and its role in the treatment of Thygeson's superficial punctate keratitis.
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