VERNAL CONJUNCTIVITIES

This is a recurrent form of ocular allergy which is characterized by severe and chronic inflammation of the front surfaces of the eye. This occurs mainly in children and young adults, with onset often occuring in the first decade of life. It is more common in males than in females. [...]

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THE EYE AND AIR POLLUTION

The eye is a delicate organ with a large and moist area exposed to the environment that makes it more susceptible to air pollution than other parts of the body. However, the response of the eyes to airborne pollutants ranges from no symptoms at all to severe irritation and chronic [...]

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CHEMICAL EYE BURNS/ADHESIVES IN THE EYE

CHEMICAL EYE BURNS/ADHESIVES IN THE EYE An eye burn (ocular burn) can be caused by heat or, more commonly, by getting a chemical in the eye. A chemical burn in the eye occurs when a chemical in liquid, powder or vapor form injures the eye or eyelid. It is important [...]

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