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The ________ is the part of the eye that is damaged due to Acanthamoeba keratitis.

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Acanthamoeba keratitis damages the cornea of the eye.

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Acanthamoeba keratitis is an infection of the cornea of the eye, caused by the protozoa Acanthamoeba. It is a very rare disease. The disease causing protozoa is capable of causing infections in the eyes, skin and also the nervous system and is present in all types of soil and water. This infection can result in permanent blindness.

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