Disease name

Vernal keratoconjunctivitis
 Vernal keratoconjunctivitis

Prevalence

1-5 / 10 000

Inheritance

산발성

Age of onset

소아기

Synonym

Spring catarrh

Summary

Vernal keratoconjunctivitis is a chronic (seasonal) allergic inflammation affecting the conjunctiva and cornea of the eye. It is most common in young boys and is characterised by red eyes, photophobia, itching and excessive tearing. It generally improves during adolescence.