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Corneal Abrasion Learning Center

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Welcome

A corneal abrasion is a worn or scraped-off area of the outer, clear layer of the eye(cornea).The cornea is the clear, dome-shaped outer area of the eye. It lies in front of the colored part of the eye(iris) and the bla...

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Symptoms
A corneal abrasion is usually the result of direct injury to the eye, often from a fingernail scratch, makeup brushes...
Causes
A corneal abrasion is usually the result of direct injury to the eye, often from a fingernail scratch, makeup brushes...
Tests
Ophthalmologists and optometrists, who treat eye disorders, are well qualified to diagnose corneal abrasions. The doc...
Treatments
The cornea has a remarkable ability to heal itself, so treatment is designed to minimize complications. If the abras...
Complications
In typical cases, the prognosis is good. The cornea will heal itself, usually within several days.
Prevention
Everyone should wear eye protection whenever this is recommended. This should be standard practice when using power ...

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