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health1 hour ago

21-Year-Old Traveler Battles Rare Eye Parasite That Eats Her Cornea

A 21-year-old wellness coach who settled in a Mexican beach town woke with severe eye pain and light sensitivity, was diagnosed with acanthamoeba keratitis—a rare parasite eating the cornea—likely entering through tap water and contact-lens use; she endured hourly medicated eye drops, stayed in darkness, and turned to TikTok to document her journey, which went viral and drew GoFundMe support while she hopes to recover and possibly avoid surgery, underscoring eye health and lens hygiene.

via Yahoo|
#acanthamoeba-keratitis#contact-lens-hygiene#cornea
health1 year ago

Live Worms Found Under Woman's Eyelid in China

In a rare medical case in Beijing, doctors discovered four live parasitic worms, identified as Thelazia callipaeda or Oriental eye worms, under a woman's eyelid. The woman initially sought medical help for eye irritation, and upon reexamination, the worms were found and removed. Thelaziasis, the disease caused by these worms, is typically transmitted by flies and is rare in humans. The woman, who had a cat with an eye disease, recovered after treatment with an antibiotic eye ointment.

via Livescience.com|
#china#eye-infection#health
entertainment1 year ago

Elton John Opens Up About Vision Loss Due to Eye Infection

Elton John revealed that an eye infection has severely limited his vision, preventing him from seeing the musical adaptation of "The Devil Wears Prada," which he scored. Despite this, he expressed his enjoyment of the musical's sound during its opening night in London. John has been dealing with the infection since the summer and is undergoing a slow recovery process. This is one of several health challenges he has faced recently, including during his "Farewell Yellow Brick Road" tour. John is an EGOT winner, having achieved Emmy, Grammy, Academy, and Tony awards.

via NPR|
#elton-john#entertainment#eye-infection
music1 year ago

Elton John Opens Up About Vision Loss Due to Eye Infection

Elton John has revealed that he has lost his sight due to a severe eye infection he contracted over the summer while in the south of France. Despite the slow recovery process, he remains hopeful about regaining his vision. The music legend has faced numerous health challenges over the years, including multiple surgeries, but continues to stay positive and grateful for the support from his medical team and family.

via Rolling Stone|
#elton-john#eye-infection#health
music1 year ago

Elton John Loses Eyesight After Severe Eye Infection

Elton John has revealed that he has lost his sight due to a severe eye infection, which has prevented him from seeing the West End debut of "The Devil Wears Prada" musical, though he was able to enjoy it by listening. His husband, David Furnish, has been supporting him through this challenging time. Despite the setback, John remains hopeful about his recovery and continues to find solace in music.

via Rolling Stone|
#david-furnish#elton-john#eye-infection
entertainment1 year ago

Elton John Opens Up About Vision Loss and Its Impact on Life

Elton John revealed he has lost his eyesight due to a severe eye infection he contracted in July, affecting his ability to work and attend events. Despite the setback, he remains hopeful for recovery and expressed gratitude to his husband, David Furnish, and medical team for their support. John, who retired from touring in 2023, composed the score for the musical adaptation of "The Devil Wears Prada."

via CNN|
#david-furnish#elton-john#entertainment
entertainment1 year ago

Elton John Discloses Vision Loss Due to Severe Eye Infection

Elton John has revealed that he has lost his sight due to an eye infection, which has affected his ability to work on new music. Speaking at a charity gala for The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical, he shared that he could only enjoy the performance audibly. Despite the setback, he expressed gratitude and optimism about his condition improving. The singer's health issue has also delayed plans for a new album, but he remains hopeful for recovery.

via Deadline|
#elton-john#entertainment#eye-infection
entertainment1 year ago

Elton John Shares Heartbreaking Vision Loss Due to Infection

Elton John, the legendary musician, has revealed that he has lost his eyesight due to a severe infection. During a charity gala night performance of "The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical" in London, John shared that he has been unable to see the performance but enjoyed listening to it. He credited his husband, David Furnish, for being his support during this challenging time. John had previously mentioned having limited vision in one eye due to the infection, and he remains hopeful for recovery.

via Page Six|
#david-furnish#elton-john#entertainment
entertainment1 year ago

Elton John's Vision Loss Halts Album Amid Eye Infection Struggles

Elton John has postponed work on his new album due to ongoing vision problems caused by an eye infection he contracted in July. Despite being unable to see out of his right eye and having limited vision in his left, he remains hopeful about recovery. The singer has continued to make public appearances, including at the premieres of his documentary and musical, but is uncertain when he will return to the studio.

via BBC.com|
#album-delay#elton-john#entertainment
music1 year ago

Elton John Struggles with Right Eye Blindness After Infection

Elton John revealed on "Good Morning America" that he has lost sight in his right eye for four months due to an infection, impacting his ability to work and delaying his new album. Despite the setback, he remains hopeful about recovery. He also discussed his new documentary "Never Too Late," which features a title song by Brandi Carlile, inspired by John's resilience.

via Variety|
#album-delay#brandi-carlile#documentary
health1 year ago

Swimming with Contacts: A Risky Vision Threat

Brooklyn McCasland, a 23-year-old from Texas, lost vision in her right eye after contracting Acanthamoeba keratitis, a rare parasitic eye infection, from swimming with contact lenses. Despite practicing good lens hygiene, she was unaware of the risks of wearing contacts in water. The infection, which is difficult to diagnose, has left her in severe pain and light sensitivity, requiring a corneal transplant. McCasland aims to raise awareness about the dangers of mixing contact lenses with water.

via TODAY|
#acanthamoeba-keratitis#contact-lenses#eye-infection
health1 year ago

"Parasitic Eye Invader Linked to Crocodile Meat Consumption"

A woman in Congo had a parasite living in her eye for two years, likely contracted from eating contaminated crocodile meat. The parasite, identified as Armillifer grandis, was surgically removed and found to be 0.4 inch long. This rare infection, known as ocular pentastomiasis, is caused by pentastomids and is typically found in Africa. The woman showed no symptoms other than the mass in her eye, and the infection was likely due to consuming crocodile meat containing parasite eggs. Treatment involves surgical removal, and medical practitioners are advised to be aware of this rare but potentially symptomatic disease.

via Livescience.com|
#crocodile-meat#eye-infection#health
entertainment2 years ago

Zac Efron's Sunglasses Mystery on 'Today' Show: Explained

Zac Efron wore sunglasses during an interview on the "Today" show due to an eye infection. The actor apologized for his appearance and explained that he wanted to promote his new film, "The Iron Claw." This is not the first time Efron's appearance has caused speculation, as he previously faced rumors of plastic surgery. The film tells the true story of the Von Erich brothers and their wrestling history.

via New York Post |
#entertainment#eye-infection#sunglasses
entertainment2 years ago

Zac Efron's Sunglasses Mystery on 'Today' Show

Zac Efron wore sunglasses during his appearance on the "Today" show to promote his new movie, "The Iron Claw," but it wasn't just a fashion statement. The actor explained that he was wearing shades due to an eye infection. This isn't the first time Efron's appearance has caused speculation, as fans previously questioned if he had undergone cosmetic surgery. In a Men's Health cover story, Efron revealed that he had shattered his jaw in an accident at home, which resulted in changes to his facial structure. "The Iron Claw," based on the true story of the Von Erich brothers in professional wrestling, will be released in theaters on December 22.

via Page Six|
#entertainment#eye-infection#sunglasses