COVID-19 and Eye Transmission: All you Need to Know
One of the most wide-spread viruses that has caused havoc on the planet earth is COVID-19. The virus spreads frequently when a person is standing less than 3 feet away from an infected person. Moreover, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO), the primary method of coronavirus spread is through respiratory droplets of saliva or nasal discharge expelled when an infected person coughs or sneezes. As per the experts, when a contaminated surface comes in contact with the face, this lethal infection can make a person fall into its trap. However, there are some studies which have shown that the COVID-19 may enter the body through conjunctiva, a thin membrane that covers the front portion of the eyes and the inner eyelids. At the time, when the second wave of COVID-19 has gripped India, it is advisable to take all precautionary measures while stepping outdoors. Evidence of Eye Transmission In March 2020, JAMA Ophthalmology, a monthly peer-reviewed medical journal, published a study s...