Cornea is the front part of the eye. You can think of this as a clear tissue at the front and center of the eye. The transparency permits the light to come through the pupil, lens and onto the Retina at the back of the eye. The three major corneal layers are the outer layer of the cornea or epithelial layer, the middle layer termed the stroma, and finally a single layer of cells called the endothelium.
What are some diseases related to corneal diseases and their symptoms?
- Infections
Infections or Inflammation along with corneal abrasions can occur due to presence of a foreign particle. This causes irritation and redness in the eye.
- Corneal ulcers
Corneal ulcers can be caused by Bacteria in and around the eye or by the herpes virus that is present in the human body. The virus can travel to the nerve endings of the eye and become an infection in the cornea.
- Dry Eye
Some people don’t produce enough tears and some people have eyelids which don’t close fully when they sleep at night. In both cases, the eyes remain dry and can cause significant damage to the cornea of the eye.
- Keratoconus
This occurs when the Cornea loses its natural shape. The cornea can become protruded or out of shape. The vision can easily become distorted and blurred. In this case you should get your eyes checked immediately with us.
- Diseases due to contact lenses
Due to excessive wear and tear in the contact lenses or due to prolonged use of contact lenses, the oxygen supply to the cornea can get affected. If you don’t take care of your contact lenses and don’t replace them time to time then this can affect the functioning of the Cornea. Symptoms may include redness, irritation and blurring.
How do doctors diagnose Corneal related diseases?
At Cosmos eye care, we have trained doctors who can detect diseases related to the cornea by examining your eyes with magnifying instruments. Using a slit lamp and advanced diagnostic technology such as corneal topography, the doctor can detect early cataracts, corneal scars, and other problems associated with Cornea.
How can Corneal Diseases be treated?
Diseases related to Cornea can only be treated when there is no major damage done to Cornea. If you have a serious eye infection, then you should visit Cosmos eye care as early as possible and get your eye checked immediately. But if there is any major damage to the Cornea then it may require a Cornea transplant. There are also some other measures that can be taken to ensure your Cornea has a prolonged life.
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