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Overview Of Corneal Abrasions
- The cornea is the external layer of the eye
- If this layer tears it will result in a corneal abrasion.
- This is the most common damage to the eye
- The cornea consists of several nerve endings, therefore, it is extremely painful if it tears.
Causes Of Corneal Abrasion
Might be caused by
- A person’s fingernail might tear the cornea
- Any piercing item such as a piece of glass
The cornea is the external layer of the eye. If this layer tears it will result in corneal abrasion - Small particles like sand can be lodged in the eye
- Contact lens
Symptoms Of Corneal Abrasion
- The person will experience a lot of pain
- The eye will start to turn red
- The person will have hazy vision
- There will be discomfort within the eye
- The individual will have trouble opening the eye
- Corneal abrasions can lead to headaches
- There will be an expulsion of tears as it is connected near the tear ducts.
Treatment Of Corneal Abrasion
- Antibiotics are used to avoid infections within eye
- A check-up is completed after using an anaesthetic
- The pain comes back after anaesthetic is discontinued
- Recurring usage of anaesthetic is dangerous
- Eye creams, pain killers are provided
- A ‘patch’ can be placed on the eyes
- Eye creams at night stops a reappearance
Do Not
- Don’t rub the eyes while they are healing
- This might damage the new cells surrounding the cornea
- Re-patching might then be required
- Avoid wearing contact lenses until the cornea is fully healed
Diagnosis
- Minor corneal abrasions repair very quickly
- Haziness might continue for a few weeks
- Long-lasting loss of sight is uncommon
- Sometimes abrasions might reappear
Prevention Of Corneal Abrasion
- Always apply the directions while putting in contact lenses
- Don’t wear contact lenses for lengthy periods of time
- Get rid of the lenses if the eye starts to feel irritated
- Don’t massage or rub the eyes too hard
- Rinse your hands whenever necessary
- Cut your nails when needed
- Be cautious when putting on cosmetics as it can burn your eye