With constantly changing information, little attention has been paid to the sharpness of the damage caused to the eyes. While it is unclear whether ocular transmission is a cause for concern, mucous membranes, the surface of the eyes, and the inner eyelids may act as possible means for the virus to collect and multiply.
The infection can also affect your vision if you touch a contaminated surface and, without proper care, touch your eyes, mouth or nose. Right now, doctors believe that nearly 1-3% of people who have COVID will develop one or other symptoms related to an eye infection. A study published in BMJ Ophthalmology has now also detailed the key symptoms people experience during the first few weeks of infection, which can also be overlooked. Therefore, apart from a cough, fever, headache, muscle aches, these should also be the signs to look for: