Corneal Abrasion Treatment Service – Eye Bangkok Hospital

Corneal Abrasion is a scratch or injury to the surface layer of the cornea, the clear front part of the eye. Although often caused by minor trauma, it can lead to serious complications if untreated, including infection, corneal ulcer, or vision loss.

At Eye Bangkok Hospital, our cornea specialists provide accurate diagnosis and advanced treatment to ensure safe recovery.

What is the Cornea?

The cornea is the transparent outermost structure of the eye responsible for focusing light and filtering some UV rays. It consists of five layers:

• - Epithelium

• - Basement Membrane

• - Stroma

• - Descemet’s Membrane

• - Endothelium

Most abrasions affect the epithelial layer.

Causes

• - Everyday injuries (paper cuts, fingernails, chemicals)

• - Rubbing the eyes

• - Improper contact lens use

• - Dusty or polluted environments

• - Certain eye drops

• - Underlying conditions such as dry eye or corneal dystrophy

Symptoms

• - Eye pain or foreign body sensation

• - Redness and swelling

• - Light sensitivity

• - Excessive tearing

• - Blurred vision

• - Pus (in infected cases)

Immediate ophthalmologic evaluation is recommended.

Treatment

Mild, Non-Infected Cases

• - Frequent artificial tears

• - Prophylactic antibiotic eye drops

• - Temporary therapeutic contact lens if needed
  Healing usually occurs within 3–7 days.

Infected or Severe Cases

• - Corneal scraping for laboratory testing

• - Targeted antibiotic therapy

• - Close monitoring

Severe infections may result in corneal scarring, thinning, perforation, or require corneal transplantation.

Prevention

• - Avoid rubbing eyes

• - Wear protective eyewear in risky environments

• - Use contact lenses responsibly

• - Seek medical advice before using eye medications

Early diagnosis and proper treatment are essential to prevent complications and preserve vision.

Eye Bangkok Hospital is dedicated to providing comprehensive corneal care with advanced technology and expert ophthalmologists.