Corneal Superficial Injury

What is Corneal Superficial Injury ❓

 A minor, non-penetrating injury to the front layer of the eye 👁

 Causes: trauma to the eye from fingers, contact lens removal or objects striking the eye; burns from UV light or chemicals ☝


What are the Symptoms of Corneal Superficial Injury ❓

 Sudden eye pain when blinking

 Eye redness 🔴

 Eye discomfort

 Tearing eyes 💧

 Vision changes/blurring

 Sensitivity to light 💡


How do you Diagnose Corneal Superficial Injury ❓

 Patient symptom assessment

 Eye examination 🔍


How do you Treat Corneal Superficial Injury ❓

 Washing/removal of loose foreign body in eye 🚿

 Oral painkillers 💊

 Possible antibiotics use if risk of infection


Why should I Worry about Corneal Superficial Injury ❓

 Complications can occur, such as an open sore forming or inflammation

 After an injury, abrasions can reoccur after healing 📆

 Emergency hospital admission may be needed if serious (e.g. pierced) 🔪


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