Monthly Archives: June 2019

What is corneal swelling (edema)?

Corneal swelling is also called corneal edema, bullous keratopathy, or corneal decompensation.  The cornea is the clear dome on the front of the eye.  It contains water like a damp sponge.  When the cornea has too much water, it swells.  The swelling makes it difficult for light to pass through the cornea.  This causes blurred… Read More