Corneal Disease Center - Richmond, VA
Richmond Eye Doctor Doctors for Corneal DiseaseType of Physician: Eye Doctor What is a Eye Doctor? A certification by the Board of Ophthalmology; practitioners provide comprehensive eye and vision care. They are trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all eyelid and orbital problems affecting the eye and visual pathways, and to diagnose, monitor and treat all eye and visual disorders. They often prescribe vision services (glasses and contact lenses) as well as serve as a consultant to physicians and other professionals. Specialty: Ophthalmology Common Name: Eye Doctor Eye Doctor Doctors in Richmond * VCU Hospital &Physicians  VCU Hospital &Physicians  VCU Hospital &Physicians  Commonwealth Eye Care Associates  Virginia Eye Institute  Nancy Powell MD  Lipstock Lasik & Cataract Center  Dominion Eye Associates PC  Virginia Eye Institute  Richmond Eye Associates PC  Richmond Eye Associates PC  Richmond Eye Associates PC  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Eye Associates Of Virginia Ltd  Peter Goldmann MD  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Petrovia M Rich MD  American Eye Center  Eye Specialists of Virginia  Eye Specialists of Virginia  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Chris M Petras MD  Retina Institute of Virginia  Retina Institute of Virginia  Retina Institute of Virginia  Eye Care Center of VA  Retina Institute of Virginia  Pediatric Ophthalmology Specialists LLC  Robert W Jacey MD  Robert W Jacey MD  Robert J King Jr. MD  Jeffrey J Zuravleff MD PC  Richmond Eye Associates PC  Richmond Eye Associates PC  Virginia Eye Institute  Commonwealth Eye Care Associates  Carl D Outen MD  Richmond Eye Associates PC  Suzanne M Everhart DO  Virginia Eye Institute  Chesterfield Ophthalmology  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Virginia Eye Institute  Willis M Madden MD  Lee R Brock MD  Advanced Vision Institute  TPMG Ophthalmology  Cullom Eye & Laser Center  Cullom Eye & Laser Center  Cullom Eye & Laser Center  Cullom Eye & Laser Center  Cullom Eye & Laser Center  Paul J McMenamin MD  Access Eye Center  Access Eye Center  Gloucester Ophthalmology Associates  Gloucester Ophthalmology Associates  Frank R Romano MD  Suffolk Eye Associates  Charles S Wilson MD  R W LaRoche MD  Kaz Vision & Laser Center  Kaz Vision & Laser Center  Hampton Roads Eye Associates  Hampton Roads Eye Associates  Watson Eye Assoc  Watson Eye Assoc  Old Dominion Eye Care  James River Eye Physicians  James River Eye Physicians  Hampton Roads Eye Associates  Mid Atlantic Eye Physicians  Mid Atlantic Eye Physicians  Hampton Roads Eye Associates  Mid Atlantic Eye Physicians  Hampton Roads Eye Associates  Hampton Roads Eye Associates  Hampton Roads Eye Associates  Hampton Roads Eye Associates  Commonwealth Eye Center  Aaron Figler MD Richmond, VirginiaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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Corneal DiseaseRead the Corneal Disease article » IntroductionIf your cornea becomes damaged through disease, infection, or injury, the resulting scars can interfere with vision by blocking or distorting light as it enters the eye. The cornea is the clear, protective outer layer of the eye. Along with the sclera (white of the eye), it serves as a barrier against dirt, germs, and other particles that can harm the eye's delicate components. The cornea is also capable of filtering out some amounts of the sun's ultraviolet light. The cornea also plays a key role in vision. As light enters the eye, it is refracted, or bent, by the outside shape of the cornea. The curvature of this outer layer helps determine how well your eye can focus on objects close-up and far away. There are three main layers of the cornea:
The term "corneal disease" refers to a variety of conditions that affect mainly the cornea. These include infections, degenerations, and many other disorders of the cornea that may arise mostly as a result of heredity. What Are Symptoms When Something is Wrong With the Cornea? With its ability for quick repair, the cor... Recommended Reading Related to Corneal DiseaseWhat is the structure of the eye?The eyes are complex sensory organs. About 85% of the total sensory input to our brains originates from our sense of sight, while the other 15% comes from the other four senses of hearing, smell, touch, and taste. The eyes are designed to optimize vision under conditions of varying light. Their location, on the outside of the face, makes them susceptible to trauma, environmental chemicals and particles, and infectious agents. The eyelids and the position of the eye within the bony orbital cavity are the major protective mechanism for the eye. The eye itself has the shape of a sphere measuring about 1 inch in diameter. It consists of a clear, transparent dome at the front (the cornea) that is surrounded by the white of the eyeball (the sclera). The iris of the eye is the circular, colored portion within the eye, and behind the cornea, and the pupil is the central opening within the iris. Behind the iris and pupil is the e... Other Related Corneal Disease ArticlesEmergency Contact for Richmond
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Dry Eyes
- Dry eyes are caused by an imbalance in the tear-flow system of the eye, but also can be caused by the drying out of the tear film. This can be due to dry air created by air conditioning, heat, or other environmental conditions. Treatment may involve self-care measures, medications, or rarely, surgery.
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Eye Care
- Many common eye disorders resolve without treatment and some may be managed with over-the-counter (OTC) products. It's important to visit a physician or ophthalmologist is the problem involves the eyeball itself or the condition hasn't improved after 72 hours of use of an eye-care OTC product.
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Keratoconus
- Keratoconus is a condition in which the cornea bulges outward like a cone. The cause of the condition is unknown, but genetics may play a role. Changes in the shape of the cornea make it difficult for the eyes to focus. Keratoconus is diagnosed by having an eye exam. Treatment involves wearing glasses or contact lenses.
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