
04/07/2025
Have you ever spotted a SEAL?
(No, not the marine animal.)
A Superior Epithelial Arcuate Lesion shows up as a faint curved stain in the superior cornea and it can be easy to miss if you’re not looking for it.
What causes it?
🔹 High modulus lenses
🔹 Tight upper lids
🔹 Steep lens curves
🔹 Overwear or poor technique
Even if the patient feels fine, SEALs can quietly lead to irritation or epithelial breakdown if ignored.
The fix? Review lens design, material, wear time, and edge alignment.
And of course, track it all clearly in your EMR.
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