As initially reported by a consumer, she presented a corneal ulcer in the left eye (os) after wearing the complaint contact lenses.On (b)(6) 2017, the consumer began to experience discomfort and pain; she discontinued contact lens wear and began wearing her glasses.No medical attention was sought, as the ulcer was diagnosed by a colleague; the consumer noted a "point" on the cornea at the bottom left of the iris.On (b)(6) 2017, the consumer began using hexamidine and calcium chloride drops six times a day.It was reported that the consumer was scheduled to see an ophthalmologist on (b)(6) 2017.Further information was received from the initial reporter on 01/30/2017 stating that she sought medical attention from an eye care provider (ecp) on (b)(6) 2017, with the diagnosis of corneal abscess given by the ecp.The ecp stated that there was possibly an existing lesion present on the eye, which became infected and was aggravated by contact lens wear.The consumer was treated with ciprofloxacin and tobramycin every two hours.At the time of this received information, the consumer's eye redness had improved, however she still experienced episodes of itching two hours after application of the prescribed treatment.Additional information has been requested but not yet received.
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