Common question
How does COVID-19 affect the eyes?
Since the start of the pandemic, besides conjunctivitis, COVID-19 has been reported to be associated with other ocular problems including episcleritis, uveitis, lacrimal gland inflammation, changes to the retina and optic nerve, and issues with ocular motility.
Can you contract the COVID-19 through your eyes?
Attaining infection of SARS-CoV-2 through the eyes is much less common than through the nose or mouth. It is usually that eye may be exposed to the transmission of the SARS-CoV-2 by touching the contaminated hand or by rubbing.
