Besides causing COVID-19, the new coronavirus can also lead to 'pink eye,' and Chinese researchers say the virus may be spread by tears.
Of 38 patients with COVID-19, a dozen also had, a new study found. In two patients, the coronavirus was present in both nasal and eye fluids.
The conjunctiva is a thin, transparent layer of tissue that lines the inner eyelid and covers part of the white of the eye. Liang said the coronavirus may invade it in patients with severe COVID-19 pneumonia. The more severe a patient's COVID-19 is, the more likely it is that he or she will also have pink eye, according to the report published online March 31 inGiven these findings, doctors and nurses treating patients with COVID-19 should wear protective glasses as well as other protective clothing, caps and gloves, Liang said.
"Patients and clinicians should be aware that COVID-19 can manifest with ocular redness, swelling and tearing," she added."These patients should seek appropriate care for proper diagnosis and prevention of transmission."
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