This patient presents with a foreign body sensation. Why?
Analysis
In this image, there is evidence of a fluorescein dye uptake by the corneal epithelium. This patient was diagnosed with significant corneal epitheliopathy secondary to dry eye.
In the accompanying 14 min. video featuring Dr. Ashley Brissette, assistant professor at Weill Cornell Medicine in New York, you will learn:
- How to assess dry eye during slit lamp examination
- The assessment and importance of meibomian glands
- How to manage dry eye and accompanying symptoms
Cornea Coach Tip
Dry eye can be a debilitating condition that can have significant affect on quality of life.
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