Can Corneal Injury Self-Healing?

Corneal damage can heal on its own, depending on the severity of the damage. In general, minor corneal damage can heal on its own, but more severe damage may require medical intervention. Corneal

damage is the outermost layer of transparent tissue in the eye, which is essential for protecting the eye and maintaining vision. Pain, tears, blurred vision, etc. may occur when the cornea is damaged.

For minor corneal damage, such as abrasions or scratches on the corneal epithelium, the eye usually has the ability to repair itself. This healing process may take some time, during which antibiotic eye drops can be used to prevent infection and drugs that promote corneal repair can be used to speed up healing.

However, for more severe corneal damage, such as deep corneal damage, corneal perforation, or infection, the likelihood of healing is low and immediate medical attention is required. Your doctor may prescribe sutures, transplants, or other surgical procedures to repair the damage and appropriate medications to treat infection and reduce inflammation.