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Phoenix Area Corneal Disease Treatment Centers
At Desert Vista Eye Specialists, our doctors have ample experience in corneal disease treatment and use advanced technology to restore and preserve vision. Our corneal specialists treat various corneal conditions and injuries with fellowship training and a patient-first approach.
If you have a corneal disease and are looking for treatment in the Phoenix and Gilbert areas, schedule an appointment with Desert Vista today.
What is the Cornea?
The clear front part of the eye that covers the iris and pupil is known as the cornea, which helps focus light and power most of the eye’s optics. The cornea also acts as a shield, protecting the eye from external damage. If your cornea is damaged from injury, disease, or a genetic condition, the corneal specialists at Desert Vista can provide expert care and treatment to restore your vision.
Does an Unhealthy Cornea Affect Your Vision?
Corneal diseases or injuries can be uncomfortable, and when not promptly treated, can impact your ability to see clearly. When your cornea is damaged, it may become swollen, scarred, or warped, causing the cornea to distort light. This can result in a glare or blurred vision. In some cases, early and effective treatment is required to preserve your vision.
Common Corneal Diseases
Frequently Asked Questions
Always wear protective eyewear when playing sports that use a moving object (ball, frisbee), doing yardwork (mowing the lawn, weed whacking, leaf blowing), making repairs (hammering, sawing, sanding), using machines (drills, staple guns) or when using chemicals (bleach, antifreeze, pesticides, etc).
Symptoms may include eye pain, redness, burning, itching, watery eyes, discharge, sensitivity to light, a white patch on the cornea or impaired vision.
Conditions that may require a corneal transplantation include corneal scarring, keratoconus, inherited corneal disorders (like Fuchs’ dystrophy), infections, tumors, persistent swelling, as well as corneal ulceration, erosion, thinning, or perforation.
With over 40,000 procedures per year, corneal transplants are the most common and successful type of transplant surgery performed in the United States.
Treatment for a corneal ulcer is prescribed based on its underlying cause. Antiviral, antifungal, or antibacterial medication is commonly prescribed to treat mild to moderate infection. Medication may be administered as eye drops. To coincide with medicated eye drops, a corticosteroid eye drop may also be prescribed to reduce inflammation around the cornea. Severe cases of corneal ulcers may require surgery to replace the affected cornea.
Desert Vista Locations Near You
Looking for complete eye exams in Gilbert, AZ? Visit our office at 2450 East Guadalupe Road!
Desert Vista Eye Specialists
2450 E. Guadalupe Road, Suite 107,
Gilbert, AZ 85234