Cornea Infections

The cornea, or clear tissue on the front of the eye, can be damaged from trauma like a fingernail scratch. Other times, bacteria or fungi from a contaminated contact lens can pass into the cornea causing a painful infection. These infections can also reduce vision and perhaps erode the cornea. As a general rule, the deeper the cornea infection, the more severe the symptoms and complications.

Cornea infections are commonly treated with anti-microbial eye drops. Frequent visits to your eye care professional may be necessary. Even when successfully treated, cornea infections can lead to cornea scarring which can impair vision and may require a cornea transplant. Click HERE to learn more about cornea transplants.