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Bookmark or Share- Corneal Diseases: An Overview - Cleveland ClinicCorneal disease is a group of conditions that affect your cornea (the clear window at the front of your eye). Common types include keratitis, corneal dystrophy and corneal ectasia. Causes range from genetic mutations to eye injuries. Symptoms depend on the specific condition and can include eye pain, blurry vision and sensitivity to light.
- Corneal Conditions | National Eye InstituteLast updated: November 15, 2023. The cornea is the clear outer layer at the front of the eye. There are several common conditions that affect the cornea. Read about the types of corneal conditions, whether you are at risk for them, how they are diagnosed and treated, and what the latest research says.
- Keratitis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo ClinicChronic corneal inflammation and scarring; Chronic or recurrent viral infections of your cornea; Open sores on your cornea, called corneal ulcers; Temporary or permanent reduction in your vision; Blindness; Prevention Caring for your contact lenses. If you wear contact lenses, proper use, cleaning and disinfecting can help prevent keratitis ...
- Corneal Dystrophies | National Eye InstituteCorneal dystrophies are eye diseases that involve changes in the cornea (the clear front layer of your eye). These diseases usually run in families. Most corneal dystrophies are progressive — they get worse over time. Some cause vision loss or pain, but some have no symptoms.
- What Are Corneal Dystrophies? - American Academy of OphthalmologyPublished Nov. 21, 2023. Corneal dystrophies are a group of rare, genetic eye disorders. With corneal dystrophies, abnormal material builds up in the cornea (the clear, front window of the eye). Most corneal dystrophies affect both eyes. They progress slowly and run in families.
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