A CASE REPORT OF NEUROTROPHIC KERATITIS

Introduction:Neurotrophic keratitis (NK) is a rare corneal disease caused by damage to trigeminal nerve supply, leading to poor corneal healing and epithelial breakdown. Its key feature is reduced or absent corneal sensation, which can progress to ulcers, corneal melting, or perforation. Material and Methodology:This case report describes a 55-year-old male presented to Maharani Laxmi Bai Medical College with Neurotrophic keratitis in the left eye.A detailed ocular and systemic examination was performed. The patient was admitted for conservative management with conventional treatment modalities and post treatment, the patients condition showed improvement.