A study in Hong Kong found that corona virus enters the human body through the eyes. According to their report, In many cases, the presence of the corona virus has been detected by testing eye's tear samples. The virus can survive in tears for up to three days.
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| Corona virus affected eye |
The virus can enter the human body quickly through conjunctiva. It is possible that SARS-CoV-2 is transmitted by aerosol contact with the conjunctiva, or by touching your eyes after coming into contact with the virus.
A study in The Journal of Medical Virology of 30 patients hospitalized for COVID-19 had only one patient diagnosed with conjunctivitis. Based on this information, the occurrence of conjunctivitis is low.
Symtomps:
Redness, Itchiness, Tearing, a gritty feeling in the affected eye, and discharge that forms a crust, making it difficult to open your eye.
In addition to the use of masks, care must be taken towards the eyes. Doctors are prescribing the use of masks and eye glasses to prevent infection.