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what is the definition or description of: surfer's eye?

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Pinguecula: The condition is seen with uv exposure to the sun-exposed areas of the conjunctiva (whites of the eye).

Question 2

what's the definition of a chemical eye burns?

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Caustic eye injury: The pH of the eye is 7.4, so if a chemical is too acidic or too basic, it can damage the eye if it gets in. It damages the surface of the eye ( a 'burn' ) and can lead to permanent scarring. If you ever get a chemical in your eye that causes instant pain, make sure you pour water in your eye immediately to dilute the chemical and minimize damage.

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what is the definition or description of: eye pain?

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Eye pain: Depends on further explanation by history and findings on evaluation and examination.  An ophthalmologist can resolve this issue with evaluation and treatment.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: eye exam?

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Eye evaluation: An eye examination has several parts including the measurement of the best corrected vision, the anatomical health of the eye, and the function of the parts of the eye.  It can be best done comprehensively by an ophthalmologist, although optometrists can handle contacts and glasses effectively. At the end of the exam you can expect to see better and know about the overall health of your eyes.

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what is the definition or description of: small eye?

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Microphthalmia: A congenital malformation of the globe causes abnormally small eye (s).

Question 6

what is the definition or description of: eye lesion?

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Benign tumor: Usually signifies a benign tumor or growth on the outside of the eyelids or surface of the eye.  It could also be something like a pigmented spot (Nevus) inside the eye.  Essentially, any abnormality on or inside the eye is described as a lesion.  It would be good to see an ophthalmologist to reassure you since about 95% of "lesions" found in or around the eye are benign (not cancerous).

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: eye blinking?

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Eye blinking: Eye blinking =  rapid closure of eyelids.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: eye disorders?

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Eye disorders: = conditions effecting the eye.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: eye sight?

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Vision: Sight is the sum of the light receptive and integrative capacity of the eye including best vision, color vision, night vision, depth vision, field of vision and the ability to track objects in motion.  An ophthalmologist can measure these and determine the function of the eye for you.

Question 10

what is the definition or description of: tearing in one eye?

Accepted Answer

Epiphora: tearing eye is one that continuously releases clear fluid from the inner corner of the eye lid and flows down the cheek.  It is usually due to an obstruction in the tear flow drainage system and usually is fully treatable by an ophthalmologist..

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