What is Acanthamoeba keratitis?

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Acanthamoeba keratitis is an infection that may lead to vision loss with some patients requiring a corneal transplant.

The infection primarily affects otherwise healthy people who wear contact lenses. Symptoms of the infection can be very similar to those of other more common eye infections include eye pain or redness, blurred vision, light sensitivity, the sensation of something in the eye or excessive tearing, but Acanthamoeba is more difficult to treat.

Federal health officials have advised consumers to discard their AMO solution, current contact lenses and lens storage cases. However, if you have suffered symptoms of the eye infection please do not discard this evidence.

Instead, stop using your current contact lens, lens cases and AMO contact lens solution, mark each product with ‘Do Not Use" or ‘Contaminated’ and place in a bag or container. Store the bag or container in a safe place beyond the reach of children. If you have suffered a serious eye infection, these products can be tested for the presence of the amoeba that causes Acanthamoeba keratitis. Individuals should seek immediate treatment if they have symptoms of an eye infection as early diagnosis is important for effective treatment.

Lieff Cabraser representing over 30 patients nationwide with severe eye infections from contaminated AMO lens solution. Click here to submit your case.

ADDITIONAL AMO CONTACT LENS RECALL INFORMATION

	What is Acanthamoeba keratitis?
	AMO Recall FAQ
	CDC Advisory
	Press Release: Consumers File Nationwide Class Action Against AMO

AMO Lens Contamination Recall and Potential Lawsuits

The law in most states provides several personal injury claims for persons who have been seriously injured by a consumer product for personal use that is contaminated and unsafe.

Claims brought against a manufacturer can include strict liability for the defective product, breach of warranty, negligence, and fraudulent concealment. Damages sought against the manufacturer of a defective product can include:

Physical pain and suffering, mental anguish and physical impairment;
Medical expenses associated with the defective product; and
Loss of earnings and/or earning capacity.

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Lieff Cabraser representing over 30 patients nationwide with severe eye infections from contaminated AMO lens solution.

Infection Symptoms

The main symptoms associated with Fusarium keratitis are:

Pain;

Redness;

Photosensitivity;

Foreign body sensation;
and

Loss of vision.

If you or a family member have been formally diagnosed by a doctor with Acanthamoeba keratitis after using AMO contact lens solution, you may be eligible to file a claim. Contact an attorney at Lieff Cabraser to discuss your legal rights at no cost or obligation.

We will handle all inquiries with the strictest confidentiality and sensitivity. Inquiries from Canada and other nations are also welcome.

You are also welcome to call us toll-free at 1-800-541-7358; visitors from Canada can call 415-956-1000. Please ask to speak with lawyer Heather Foster.

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