Watch Dr. Edgar Leuenberger’s FB Live Q&A about how COVID-19 affects your eyes and how you can protect your eyes from this virus.
What is COVID-19? [2:21]
Where did COVID-19 come from? [4:35]
How is COVID-19 transmitted? [5:35]
What are its signs and symptoms? [8:00]
How does COVID-19 affect the eyes? [10:05]
Can COVID-19 be transmitted through tears? [12:44]
Can Hydroxycholoroquine and Chloroquine treat COVID-19? [16:40]
How can COVID-19 affect glaucoma patients? [19:27]
How can I determine if my eye redness is caused by allergies or by COVID-19? [20:45]
Can eyeglasses protect me from COVID-19? [22:00]
Is it still advisable to wear contact lenses? [24:07]
Can COVID-19 still enter my eyes while wearing contact lenses? [25:39]
What can we do to protect our eyes from COVID-19? [27:09]
If I have an eye problem, what can I do while under quarantine? [28:36]
What should I expect during consultation for an urgent eye problem? [32:30]
Advice for viewers: [48:04]
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