What are the symptoms of trachoma?

Trachoma primarily manifests with symptoms such as persistent tearing, conjunctival congestion, pain, itching, and dryness. Therefore, if these symptoms appear, prompt medical evaluation and treatment at a hospital are essential to prevent disease progression. Trachoma is a chronic infectious conjunctivitis caused by *Chlamydia trachomatis*. During its acute phase, clinical manifestations include redness of the eye, foreign-body sensation, pain, and excessive tearing. Treatment typically involves topical application of effective, sensitive antibiotics—such as rifampicin eye drops or erythromycin eye ointment.