Corneal Foreign Body

Corneal foreign body is foreign material on or in the

cornea

, usually metal, glass, or organic material.
When foreign bodies get lodged in the cornea, their removal is of the utmost importance.
Symptoms

Feeling something in the eye

common

Red eye

  • In one eye

common

Eye pain

  • In one eye

  • Sudden

common

Flow of tears

common

Intolerance to light

common

Blurred vision

common

Risk factors

High-risk occupation/activity

Recent eye or eyelid injury or trauma

Car accident

Treatment
It is treated by removing foreign material, and by prescribing a topical antibiotic.
Recommended specialist

If you have Corneal Foreign Body, then visit an ophthalmologist as soon as possible.

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