EXPLAINER: Corneal Damage- Causes, Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment

The cornea, the transparent, dome-shaped layer at the front of the eye, is crucial for vision and eye health. As the eye's primary light-bending structure, the cornea refracts (bends) incoming light rays, helping to focus them onto the retina at the back of the eye. 

Recently, actor Jasmine Bhasin, disclosed that she is receiving therapy for corneal injury that resulted from a recent contact lens incident. She said that the issue arose on July 17 when she wore the lenses for a function. But then she started to feel agony, and it got worse, until she was blind.

Here is all you need to know about Corneal Damage

What is Corneal Damage?

Corneal damage refers to any injury or impairment affecting the cornea, which is the clear, dome-shaped surface covering the front of the eye. 

Corneal Damage- Causes 

The major causes of Corneal Damage includes: 

•   Hereditary (inherited) causes
• Infection
• Tauma
• Dry Eyes
• Contact Lenses
• Nutritional deficiencies
• Allergy

Corneal Damage- Symptoms

Symptoms for Corneal Damage includes: 

• Blurred vision
• Pain or Discomfort
• Eye Pain
• Burning in eyes
• Tearing or Discharge
• Swelling
• Swollen eyelids
• Watery eyes 

Corneal Damage- Prevention 

• Good Hygiene
• Proper Contact Lens Care
• Protective Eyewear
• Avoid Overexposure
• Regular Eye Exams
• Manage Dry Eyes

Corneal Damage-Treatment 

• Medications
• Eye Drops and Ointments
• Surgery
• Protective Measures