THE FACTS

Knowledge is Power and Hope

Did you know that corneal blindness can be prevented,
and 60% is curable?

Understanding the Problem

What Is Corneal Blindness?

Corneal blindness happens when the clear front layer of the eye, the cornea, becomes damaged or diseased, blocking light from entering the eye. Without a healthy cornea, vision becomes blurry or may disappear completely.

Causes

Infections

Injuries

Malnutrition

Genetics

Treatment & Prevention

Prevention starts with protecting your eyes and treating infections early. Treatment depends on the cause and may include medication or corneal transplant.

Treatments

Simple Protection

Corneal Transplant

Medications

23M

people live with corneal blindness.

60%

could receive sight through donation.

90%

transplant success rate.

Myth vs Fact

✕ MYTH: Only young, healthy people can donate.
✓ FACT: Anyone can donate regardless of age or eyesight.
✕ MYTH: Donation disfigures the body.
✓ FACT: The procedure is invisible and respects dignity.
✕ MYTH: There's a cost to my family.
✓ FACT: Donation is always completely free.
✕ MYTH: It delays funeral arrangements.
✓ FACT: Open-casket services are still possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Cornea donation is the generous act of giving the clear, dome-shaped surface at the front of the eye after death. This precious gift; about the size of a thumbnail and similar in appearance to a contact lens; can restore sight to someone living in darkness due to corneal disease or damage. 

    One donor can transform two lives.

  • Corneal transplants have an impressive 90% success rate for most common conditions. While recovery takes several months, the majority of patients regain significant, life-changing vision. 

    This success depends on the availability of high-quality donor tissue, which is why your support matters.

  • Yes, over 60% of cases are treatable! Treatment options include medications for infections and inflammation, corneal transplant surgery to replace damaged tissue with healthy donor cornea, and minimally invasive procedures like corneal cross-linking for conditions such as keratoconus. 

    The right treatment depends on the specific cause and severity.

  • Early detection makes all the difference. Seek medical attention if you experience blurry or hazy vision, persistent eye pain or redness, unusual sensitivity to light, or the sensation that something is "stuck" in your eye. 

    These symptoms could indicate corneal damage that needs prompt treatment.

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