Question 1

what is arcus senilis?

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Normal eyes: Arcus senilis is a gray, white arc or ring that forms around the cornea of the eye. It's very common in older adults. It doesnot cause problems with vision and does not need treatment.

Question 2

hi doctors, was just wondering what is arcus senilis as a human medical condition?

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Lipid on cornea: There is a transition zone at the edge of the normal cornea where lipid can diffuse in and deposit in the tissue creating a very light to sometimes heavy arc of translucency.  This is benign, and will not affect the vision.  The correlation with blood lipids is very weak so it is not a good clinical clue.  It is definitely age related.

Question 3

i have arcus senilis what can i do to undo the damage or can i disguise it by wearing coloured contact lenses? my confidence so low because of it help

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Normal!: Arcus sinilius is a normal part of life and simply the accumulation of cholesterol material in the outer edge of your cornea.  There is no harm from it and does not affect your vision.  You may wan to make sure your cholesterol levels are normal.  You are likely far too hypersensitive, as most people can not see the arcus without a slit lamp.  Colored contacts are an option if you realllly want.

Question 4

if arcus senilis is not because of age or high cholesterol what could it be from?

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Arcus senilis: Arcus can also be juvenile arcus  or Schnyder central crystalline dystrophy( a genetic cholesterol dysfunction) .it may be confused wiht limbus sign whic his calcium deposit and may be a sign of elevated calcium in blood or hyperparathryoidism. May also  be an iron line from tear pooling or Lasik /eye procedures. F/u/ w/ ophthalmology or optometry.

Question 5

anyone treat arcus senilis, eye problem?

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No: Arcus senilis is a gray, white arc or ring that forms around the cornea of the eye. It's very common in older adults. It doesnot cause problems with vision and does not need treatment.   People with inherited, extremely elevated cholesterol levels may have a similar white arc  around their cornea. Treatment for this is aimed at lowering their cholesterol. See your dr if you are worried about this.

Question 6

can you give me more info on arcus senilis, eye problem?

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Arcus senilis: is a deposit of cholesterol that occurs in the outer part of the cornea.  It appears as a gray arc or ring along the edge of the colored part.  Arcus does not cause any problems and does not need to be treated.  It is associated with high cholesterol in the blood; so make sure you have your primary care physician measure this.

Question 7

hi doctor, what is the best way to reduce intra-occular pressure and treating corneal arcus?

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Separate issues: If your intraocular pressure (iop) is elevated you must have had an evaluation since you cannot measure this except with equipment in an ophthalmologists office.  If elevated it will respond to anti-glaucoma drops and laser or surgery if these don't work.  Corneal arcus is in the substance of the peripheral cornea and there is no known treatment although it usually will not affect vision.

Question 8

what is a cornea?

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The cornea is: The transparent layer forming the front of the eye.

Question 9

is the cornea at the back?

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No at the front: The cornea is the clear front surface of the eye.

Question 10

what causes corneal rosacea?

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Ocular Rosacea: Ocular rosacea is related to a common inflammatory condition affecting skin of the face and chest, as well as the eyes. While the exact cause of rosacea is unknown, the condition may be associated with inherited tendencies and environmental factors such as excessive sun exposure.

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I have arcus senilis what can i do to undo the damage or can i disguise it by wearing coloured contact lenses? my confidence so low because of it help

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If arcus senilis is not because of age or high cholesterol what could it be from?

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Anyone treat arcus senilis, eye problem?

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Hi doctor, what is the best way to reduce intra-occular pressure and treating corneal arcus?

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