A patient presents with the following symptoms.The patient's upper eyelid has hard bumps,and the conjunctiva is swollen.There is yellow discharge from the eyes.Which of the following drugs should be used to treat this patient?

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Keratoconjunctivitis is an inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva at the same time. It is characterized by hard, elevated, cobblestone-like bumps on the upper eyelid. There also may be swellings and thickening of the conjunctiva. Symptoms include redness of the white or inner eyelid; yellow, green, or white discharge from the eye; itching; burning; and increased sensitivity to light. Lodoxamide is indicated for the treatment of vernal keratoconjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis, and vernal keratitis.

A Patient Presents with the Following Symptoms