Cornea Trauma
Corneal injury is a wound to the part of the eye known as the cornea. The cornea is the crystal clear (transparent) tissue that covers the front of the eye. It works with the lens of the eye to focus images on the retina.
Causes
Injuries to the cornea are common. Injuries to the outer surface may be due to:
- Abrasions -- Includes scratches or scrapes on the surface of the cornea
- Chemical injuries -- Caused by almost any fluid that gets into the eye
- Contact lens problems -- Overuse, poor fit, or sensitivity to contact lens care solutions
- Foreign bodies -- Exposure to something in the eye such as sand or dust
- Ultraviolet injuries -- Caused by sunlight, sun lamps, snow or water reflections, or arc-welding
