Abstract: Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) involve multiple organs and systems. It is prone to missed and misdiagnosed because of diversification and the lack of typical symptoms in eyes. The patients with AIDS are more likely to develop ocular surface diseases, such as ocular surface squamous neoplasia, vernal keratoconjunctivitis, keratitis, dry eyes and so on. They can affect visual function and even cause blindness if not treated in time.

Key words: acquired immune deficiency syndrome, human immunodeficiency virus, ocular surface diseases