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How do you approach evaluating patients with suspected neuropathic corneal pain?

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Ophthalmology · OHSU
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Start by taking a good history. Certain diagnoses, such as diabetes, previous cranial surgery, and/or radiation, and a history of varicella zoster keratitis should make you suspicious. If you suspect neurotrophic disease, don’t put any drops in the eye until you’ve had a chance to visually inspect t...

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