The eyes are among the body’s most sensitive areas, and any injury—especially to the cornea—can have serious consequences if not properly treated. A scratched cornea, also known as a corneal abrasion, occurs when the clear, protective surface of the eye is...
The eyes are not only the windows to the soul. The eyes are also one of the most important organs in the body. People rely on their eyes each day to help them see the world and make sense of it. When someone has a problem with their eyes, the results can be painful...
When you were a teenager, the possibility of not being able to cry tears may have seemed as likely as building a bridge to Hawaii. In other words, nearly impossible. As time passes, however, having dry eyes becomes a reality for many people. Whether you suffer from...
The transparent cornea is the outermost layer of the eye. The function of the cornea is to hone the vision for better visual acuity and clarity. A unique characteristic of the cornea tissue is that it does not contain blood vessels for nourishment or protection from...
Many conditions exist which can potentially damage or reduce the clarity of a person’s cornea. Injury, disease, or trauma resulting from impact, genetic disorders, or infections can result in scarring of the cornea which reduces the clarity of this part of the eye....
Most clinicians believe that Keratoconus is inherited. It most often starts in the early teens. For this reason, parents who have the condition are encouraged to start checking their children for the disease at age 10. What is Keratoconus? Keratoconus causes...
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