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Trachoma

Alternative Names: Granular conjunctivitis; Egyptian ophthalmia Prevention: Trachoma is spread by direct contact with eye, nose, and throat secretions from affected individuals or by contact with objects that may have been in contact with these secretions. Text Continues Below Improved sanitation and not sharing toilet articles such as towels are important measures for limiting the spread/acquisition of trachoma.

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