Corneal erosion is a condition where the outer layer of the cornea (epithelium) loosens or falls off, often causing pain, blurred vision, and sensitivity to light.
It can be caused by trauma, dry eye, or certain corneal conditions.
Treatment typically involves lubricating eye drops and, in some cases, bandage contact lenses or surgery.
Leiomyoma is a rare, benign tumor that originates from smooth muscle cells.
In the context of the eye, it can occur in the iris. It typically presents as a well-defined, vascularized mass.
Symptoms may include blurred vision or changes in the appearance of the iris.
Treatment usually involves surgical removal.
Iris stromal cysts are benign, fluid-filled growths that occur within the iris stroma, the front layer of the iris.
They can be primary (congenital) or secondary (acquired, often due to trauma or surgery).
Symptoms may include blurred vision, eye pain, or noticeable changes in the iris. Treatment usually involves monitoring or surgical removal if the cyst causes significant issues.
Endophthalmitis is a severe inflammation of the interior of the eye, usually caused by infection.
It can occur after eye surgery, eye trauma, or from an infection elsewhere in the body that spreads to the eye.
Symptoms may include:
– Severe eye pain
– Redness and swelling
– Vision loss
– Discharge or pus
– Sensitivity to light
If left untreated, endophthalmitis can lead to permanent vision loss or even loss of the eye. Prompt medical attention is essential if symptoms occur.
It can be treated by
– 1. travitreal antibiotics: Injecting antibiotics directly into the eye to target the infection
-2. Systemic antibiotics: Administering antibiotics orally or intravenously to support treatment
– 3. Vitrectomy: Surgical removal of infected vitreous gel to reduce inflammation and prevent further damage
– 4. Steroids: May be used to reduce inflammation, but with caution and under close monitoring
Early diagnosis and aggressive treatment are crucial to preserving vision and preventing complications.
One of the eye problems that can occur as a result of trauma from high velocity objects is chorioretinitis sclopetaria.
Chorioretinitis sclopetaria is a condition whereby the choroid ( third layer of the uvea, which supplies blood and nutrient to retina and other area) and the retina (the vision house of the eye) gets ruptured due to trauma from high velocity objects.
This damage is as a result of transmitted sound waves from impact without the object penetrating the eyes.
Signs and symptoms includes visual reduction, pain, et.c
Treatment may require surgical intervention.
Iridocyclitis is an inflammation of the iris and ciliary body.
Causes are usually idiopathic in nature. But most times it could be as a result of autoimmune conditions, infection or even trauma.
Signs and symptoms includes pains, red eyes, blurry vision, light sensitivity etc..
Delay in treatment can result in angle closure glaucoma, irregular pupil and vision loss.
Treatment is usually a combination of anticholinergic drugs and steroids.
Synechia is a condition whereby the iris adheres to either the cornea ( anterior synechia) or the lens ( posterior synechia)..
This synechia is capable of causing glaucoma. Hence the need to treat as soon as possible.
Synechia is caused by both anterior and posterior uveitis, iridocyclitis, iritis or even trauma.
Prognosis is good if treated as soon as possible.
Synechia is treated with a combination of mydriatics, steroids and prostaglandin analogues.
