The most common conjunctival and corneal injuries are foreign bodies and abrasions. Improper use of contact lenses can damage the cornea.
Superficial foreign bodies often spontaneously exit the cornea in the tear film, occasionally leaving a residual abrasion, but other foreign bodies remain on or within the cornea.
Abrasions are very common sports injuries that are usually caused by a fall on a hard surface.
As the athlete falls or slides on the earth, friction causes layers of skin to rub off. Read more…