| cornea |
The clear part of the eye covering the iris and pupil; it lets light into the eye, permitting sight.
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| corneal dystrophy |
One of a group of conditions, usually hereditary, in which the cornea loses its transparency. The corneal surface is no longer smooth. Common forms include map-dot-fingerprint dystrophy, Fuch's dystrophy and lattice dystrophy. Symptoms include blurred vision, foreign body sensation, light sensitivity, eye pain or discomfort and vision loss.
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| corneal ulcer |
An infected corneal abrasion. Frequently found in extended wear contact lens wearers. A corneal ulcer is an ocular emergency. Symptoms include light sensitivity, eye pain or discomfort, a red or pink eye, a white or cloudy spot on the eye and tearing.
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| Cornelia de Lange syndrome |
Rare genetic disorder that is characterized by short stature, microcephaly, small hands and feet, distinctive facial appearance including long eyelashes, eyebrows that grow together, upturned nostrils, tin upper lip, low-set ears, and low hairline. The range and severity of symptoms varies across individuals.
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| cornea |
The outer, transparent, dome-like structure that covers the iris, pupil and anterior chamber and serves as part of the eye's focusing system.
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