Common symptoms and treatment measures of ocular trauma in Zhongshan
Zhongshan Ophthalmology Hospital is an ophthalmic hospital located in Zhongshan, Guangdong Province. It focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of ophthalmic diseases and the treatment of trauma. Ophthalmic trauma refers to the damage caused by external force or chemical substances to the eyes, and serious trauma may even lead to blindness. This article will elaborate on the common symptoms of ocular trauma in Zhongshan from four aspects: eyelid, conjunctiva, cornea and eyeball.
Eyelid trauma
Eyelid is an important part of eye protection. Trauma is often caused by traffic accidents, falls and other different reasons. The typical symptoms of eyelid trauma include swelling, blood stasis and pain. If eyelid laceration occurs, the eyes may not be closed and the upper and lower eyelids may be asymmetric. For minor eyelid trauma, cold compress and local anti-inflammatory ointment can be used for treatment. If the symptoms are serious or accompanied with laceration, it is necessary to go to a doctor as soon as possible for suture.
In addition, some eyelid injuries may be accompanied by foreign bodies entering the eye, such as sand or debris. When handling this situation, do not rub your eyes with your hands to avoid further damage to the cornea or conjunctiva. The correct method is to gently wipe the foreign matter with a clean cotton swab, or bend your eyes into the wash basin and wash the foreign matter with clean water. If the foreign body cannot be ruled out or the symptoms become worse, seek medical advice in time.
Conjunctival trauma
Conjunctiva is the mucous membrane covering the surface of the eyeball and the inside of the eyelid. It is common to be injured in Zhongshan Ophthalmology Department. Symptoms of conjunctival trauma include ocular congestion, pain, foreign body sensation and abnormal secretion. If conjunctival blood vessels are injured, obvious red eye will appear, which may affect vision. For minor conjunctival trauma, artificial tears can be used to drop eyes and keep eyes clean, which can generally recover by itself. However, for severe conjunctival trauma, such as chemical burns, seek medical advice immediately to avoid more serious injuries.
Corneal trauma
Cornea is the transparent tissue on the front surface of the eyeball, which can protect the eyeball and refract light. Corneal trauma is usually caused by eyeball puncture and chemical splash. Symptoms include eye pain, photophobia, blurred vision, and eyeball congestion. Minor corneal trauma can be treated by eyedrops, wearing contact lenses or using corneal protective goggles. However, for deeper or more serious corneal damage, such as corneal ulcer or perforation, seek medical treatment immediately and avoid rubbing eyes to prevent infection.
ocular trauma
Eye trauma is one of the most serious ocular trauma, including ocular contusion, orbital fracture and so on. Symptoms may include pain in the eyeball, decreased vision, bulging eyeball, hematoma, etc. Eye trauma is an emergency and should be immediately sent to the hospital for further examination and treatment. Zhongshan Ophthalmology Department has advanced ophthalmic surgical equipment and an experienced team of doctors, which can provide timely and effective treatment plans.
In a word, the symptoms of trauma in Zhongshan Department of Ophthalmology are different, but the common symptoms include eyelid swelling, conjunctival congestion, corneal pain and bulging eyeballs. For minor trauma, some simple treatment methods can be taken, such as cold compress and eye drops. However, for serious injuries, especially those involving vision, professional treatment should be sought as soon as possible. As a professional ophthalmic hospital, Zhongshan Ophthalmology Department can provide comprehensive ophthalmic services for patients and effectively deal with all kinds of ocular trauma.
