Fiji became the 26th country to eliminate trachoma

Fiji became the 26th country to eliminate trachoma:

Fiji became the 26th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem.

• Trachoma is a bacterial infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia Trachomatis which affects the eyes.
• It is contagious; spreading through contact with the eyes, eyelids, nose or throat secretions of infected people, if left untreated it causes irreversible blindness.
• It is found in communities who are living in poor environmental conditions.
• Signs and symptoms of early stages of trachoma include:
  • Red and irritated eyes.
  • Swollen eyelids.
  • Blurred vision.
  • Watery discharge from the eyes.
  • Discharge from the nose.
• The two drugs recommended for trachoma are azithromycin and an ointment made with tetracycline.