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Corneal Injury

Corneal Injury | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What can be done to prevent the injury?

It's important to wear contact lenses as instructed. Prompt treatment of eye disorders may prevent some corneal injuries. Safety glasses should be worn in all situations where matter might enter the eye. These include:

grinding

mowing the lawn

welding

working under a car

working with sheet metal or wood

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Author: William Stevens, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 09/14/01

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