Chemical eye injury
Chemical Eye Injury
A Chemical Eye Injury is a pathological condition that involves damage to the eye or its components due to exposure to a chemical substance.
Pronunciation
Chemical Eye Injury: /ˈkɛmɪkəl aɪ ˈɪndʒəri/
Etymology
The term "Chemical Eye Injury" is derived from the English words "chemical" (from the Greek khēm(eîa) meaning "alchemy"), "eye" (from the Old English ēage), and "injury" (from the Latin injuria meaning "wrongful action").
Definition
A Chemical Eye Injury occurs when a harmful chemical substance comes into contact with the eye, causing potential damage to the cornea, conjunctiva, or other ocular tissues. The severity of the injury can range from minor irritation to severe burns, potentially leading to vision loss.
Causes
Chemical Eye Injuries are typically caused by exposure to acids or alkalis, which can occur in various settings such as industrial accidents, household accidents, or criminal assaults.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a Chemical Eye Injury may include pain, redness, tearing, blurred vision, sensitivity to light, and a feeling of a foreign body in the eye. In severe cases, the eye may appear cloudy or there may be visible damage to the eye.
Treatment
Treatment for a Chemical Eye Injury involves immediate and thorough eye irrigation to remove the chemical substance, followed by medical evaluation and treatment as necessary. This may include topical medications, pain management, and in severe cases, surgical intervention.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Chemical eye injury
- Wikipedia's article - Chemical eye injury
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