Corneal Ulcer
Corneal Ulcer
Your cornea is the clear part that covers your eye. A corneal ulcer is a sore on the cornea. If not treated, you can have permanent damage or even blindness.
Name
Corneal Ulcer
About this topic
Your cornea is the clear part that covers your eye. A corneal ulcer is a sore on the cornea. If not treated, you can have permanent damage or even blindness.
What drugs may be needed?
Treat infection,Lower pain,Ease swelling and prevent scarring
Body systems
Emergency Medicine,Ocular
What are other common names?
Acanthamoeba Keratitis,Bacterial Keratitis,Fungal Keratitis,Herpes Simplex Keratitis
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