Foreign Body, Eye Glossary of Terms
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Abrasion: An abrasion or "excoriation" is a wearing away of the upper layer of s... See the entire definition of AbrasionAntibiotic: A drug used to treat infections caused by bacteria and other microorganisms. ... See the entire definition of AntibioticBlind: 1. Unable to see. Without part or all of the sense of sight. Blurred vision: Lack of sharpness of vision with, as a result, the inability to see fine d... See the entire definition of Blurred visionChin: Medically, the mentum. The lower portion of the face below the lower lip including t... See the entire definition of ChinConjunctiva: A thin, clear, moist membrane that coats the inner surfaces of the eyelids (p... See the entire definition of ConjunctivaConjunctival: Pertaining to the conjunctiva, the clear moist membrane that covers the inne... See the entire definition of ConjunctivalCornea: The clear front window of the eye, which transmits and focuses light into the eye.... See the entire definition of CorneaCorneal: Pertaining to the cornea, the clear front window of the eye that transmits and fo... See the entire definition of CornealCuts: Severed skin. Washing a cut or scrape with soap and water and keeping it clean and d... See the entire definition of CutsDiagnosis: 1 The nature of a disease; the identification of an illness. 2 A ... See the entire definition of DiagnosisDilating: The widening and opening of an opening, such as the cervix or esophagus. For exa... See the entire definition of DilatingDischarge: 1.The flow of fluid from part of the body, such as from the nose or vag... See the entire definition of DischargeEmergency department: The department of a hospital responsible for the provision of medica... See the entire definition of Emergency departmentEmergency physician: A physician focused on the immediate decision making and action neces... See the entire definition of Emergency physician
Eyelash: One of the familiar stiff hairs that project from the margin of the eyelid. Eyelid: The lid or cover of the eye, a movable fold of skin and muscle that can be closed ... See the entire definition of EyelidFlush: (1) A redness of the skin, typically over the cheeks or neck. A flush is usually ... See the entire definition of FlushHemorrhage: Bleeding or the abnormal flow of blood. Injury: Harm or hurt. To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emot... See the entire definition of InjuryIntervention: The act of intervening, interfering or interceding with the intent of modify... See the entire definition of InterventionIris: The circular, colored curtain of the eye. The opening of the iris forms the pupil. T... See the entire definition of IrisLens: The transparent structure inside the eye that focuses light rays onto the retina. Microscope: An optical instrument that augments the power of the eye to see small objects.... See the entire definition of MicroscopeNail: In medicine, there are two types of nails. One is just a plain old metal nail used t... See the entire definition of NailOcular: Having to do with the eye. Ointment: An oil-based preparation that is applied to the skin. Whereas an ointment has an... See the entire definition of OintmentOphthalmologist: A physician who practices ophthalmology. Pain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPrognosis: The forecast of the probable outcome or course of a disease; the patient's chan... See the entire definition of Prognosis
Pupil: The opening of the iris. The pupil may appear to open (dilate) and close (constrict... See the entire definition of PupilRemedy: Something that consistently helps treat or cure a disease. Retina: The retina is the nerve layer that lines the back of the eye, senses light, and c... See the entire definition of RetinaRetinal: Pertaining to the retina, the extraordinary layer of neurons (nerve cells) that ... See the entire definition of RetinalRupture: A break or tear in any organ (such as the spleen) or soft tissue (such as the ach... See the entire definition of RuptureSaline: Relating to salt. As an adjective, "saline" means "salty, containing salt." As a n... See the entire definition of SalineSclera: The tough white outer coat over the eyeball that covers approximately the posterio... See the entire definition of ScleraScrape: An abrasion or cut caused by something rubbing roughly against the skin. To treat ... See the entire definition of ScrapeSensation: In medicine and physiology, sensation refers to the registration of an incoming... See the entire definition of SensationSubconjunctival hemorrhage: A very common cause of a painless bloody eye usually first not... See the entire definition of Subconjunctival hemorrhageSuperficial: In anatomy, on the surface or shallow. As opposed to deep. The skin is superf... See the entire definition of SuperficialSurgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of SurgeryTrauma: A physical or emotional injury.
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