Cloudy cornea

Alternative names:

corneal opacification

Home care:

Consult your health care provider.

Call your health care provider if:

• the outer surface of the eye appears cloudy.
• there is trouble with the vision.

Note: It is appropriate to see an ophthalmologist for vision or eye problems. However, the primary health care provider should also be consulted to diagnose the cause of the cloudy cornea.

What to expect at your health care provider's office:
The medical history will be obtained and a physical examination performed.

Medical history questions documenting cloudy cornea in detail may include:

• time pattern
  • Did the cornea become cloudy rapidly or did it develop slowly?
  • When did you first notice this?

• location
  • Does it affect both eyes?

• other
  • Is there any history of injury to the eye?
  • What other symptoms are also present?
  • Is there any trouble with the vision?
  • If so, what type (blurring, reduced vision, or other) and how much?

Physical examination will include thorough examination of the eyes and vision.

Diagnostic tests may include:

• standard eye exam
• ophthalmoscopy
• visual acuity tests
• tests for suspected causes

After seeing your health care provider:
You may want to add a diagnosis related to cloudy cornea to your personal medical record.