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Cornea / Conjunctiva

Cornea
The transparent, dome-shaped tissue at the front of the eye —
the part that appears as the
‘black pupil’
It refracts light onto the retina to form a clear image,
and any damage can lead to reduced vision
Conjunctiva
The thin, transparent mucous membrane that
covers the white of the eye
and inner eyelids
It is the first tissue exposed to external irritants,
bacteria and allergens,
making inflammation and redness common

Both tissues sit on the eye surface and
directly affect each other
Symptoms can look similar but the causes differ,
so an accurate diagnosis is essential

Cornea
The transparent, dome-shaped tissue at the front of the eye —
the part that appears as the
‘black pupil’
It refracts light onto the retina to form a clear image,
and any damage can lead to reduced vision
Conjunctiva
The thin, transparent mucous membrane that
covers the white of the eye
and inner eyelids
It is the first tissue exposed to external irritants,
bacteria and allergens,
making inflammation and redness common

If your eyes are red, bloodshot,
or feel like something is stuck in them,
cornea or conjunctiva conditions may be the cause

The cornea and conjunctiva are the frontmost
tissues covering the eye surface
Because they are directly exposed to irritants,
bacteria and viruses, many conditions can develop
Gwangju Shinsegae Eye Clinic provides
accurate diagnosis and fast, effective treatment

Cornea & Conjunctiva Checklist

Have you been ignoring symptoms like these?

If any of the symptoms below apply to you, a cornea or conjunctiva condition may be present
Left untreated, it can progress to reduced vision or a chronic condition — early examination is recommended

  • My eyes turn red frequently for no clear reason
  • I feel a gritty, sand-like sensation in my eye
  • I produce more tears or discharge than usual
  • Light feels harsh and stings my eyes
  • My vision looks blurry
  • My eyelids feel swollen and itchy
Keratitis

Keratitis

Inflammation of the cornea caused by bacterial, viral or fungal infection, trauma, or contact lens wear.

Eye pain, redness, light sensitivity and reduced vision may occur; delayed treatment can leave corneal opacity that affects vision, so prompt care matters.

Cornea & Conjunctiva Treatment

Why choose Gwangju Shinsegae Eye Clinic?

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Pterygium autoconjunctival graft surgery

Instead of simple excision with its high recurrence rate,
we minimise recurrence with an autoconjunctival graft
Using your own conjunctiva ensures high tissue compatibility
and a stable recovery

Tailored ocular-surface treatment

We precisely diagnose ocular-surface diseases such as
allergic conjunctivitis and dry eye,
and provide treatment tailored to the symptoms

Early diagnosis & treatment of corneal disease

Conditions needing prompt care, such as keratitis and epidemic conjunctivitis,
are diagnosed quickly and treated appropriately

Frequently Asked Questions

Conjunctivitis vs dry eye
Q.

My eye is red — is it conjunctivitis
or dry eye?

A

Both can cause redness, but
their causes and treatments differ
Discharge, itching, grittiness and onset
are reviewed for an accurate diagnosis

How contagious is epidemic conjunctivitis?
Q.

How contagious is
epidemic conjunctivitis?

A

It is highly contagious
It spreads by direct contact or shared
items like towels and doorknobs, and stays
contagious for about 2 weeks

Can allergic conjunctivitis be cured?
Q.

Can allergic conjunctivitis be
cured?

A

The allergy itself is hard to eliminate,
but medication and lifestyle care
keep symptoms well under control

Bleeding on the white of the eye
Q.

Sudden blood on the white
of my eye — is it dangerous?

A

Usually subconjunctival hemorrhage,
clearing on its own within 1–2 weeks
But with pain or blurred vision,
or if it recurs, get it examined