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What is Acanthamoeba Keratitis (AK)?
AK is a devastating eye infection.
Leads to: excruciating pain. Extreme light sensitivity. Severe vision loss. Risk of losing the eye.
The Challenge: highly misdiagnosed. Difficult to treat.
Main Prevention: avoid exposing contact lenses to water.
OUR GOALS
To raise global awareness of Acanthamoeba Keratitis.
To provide a hub of information about prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
To offer hope and support to AK patients, their family and friends across the world.
HOW WE CAN HELP
AK Patient
Get support, inform & empower yourself
CL Wearer
Protect your eyes & learn about prevention
HCP
Diagnosis, treatment & patient perspective
AK
What is it, how it happens & symptoms
Support Group
You are not alone, join a support group
Resources
Educational material, information & stories
HOW YOU CAN HELP
Raise Awareness
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Sponsor
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“Misdiagnosis is common, prevention is possible and support makes all the difference.”
The Global Alliance Against Acanthamoeba Keratitis is a dedicated coalition of stakeholders united by a common goal: to prevent the rare yet serious condition of Acanthamoeba Keratitis and enhance patient outcomes. Our diverse membership includes patients, healthcare professionals, researchers, industry representatives, and regulatory bodies, all of whom are passionate about addressing the challenges posed by this disease.