Collateral damage: Corneal injury due to mask use during the COVID-19 pandemic - A case series.
Indian J Ophthalmol
; 70(1): 306-307, 2022 Jan.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-1597277
ABSTRACT
Though masks are the best shield against COVID-19, they can be a source of discomfort and ocular side effects. We discuss three cases of corneal injury due to mask use. Three patients, who were healthcare workers, presented with discomfort, photophobia, and pain in the eyes. While adjusting the mask, they had an ocular injury. There were multiple superficial linear abrasions in the eyes. They recovered with treatment. Though masks are imperative during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to be aware of a possible mask injury.
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Corneal Injuries
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COVID-19
Type of study:
Case report
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Diagnostic study
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Observational study
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Indian J Ophthalmol
Year:
2022
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Ijo.IJO_1861_21
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