corne/o or kerat/o is a combining form that refers to “cornea” or “thorn”.
The cornea is the transparent portion of the eye that protects the iris and the pupil, as well as allowing light to enter the inner chamber of the eye.
Examples of Medical Terms Containing corne/o and kerat/o
Corneal: corne ( “cornea”) + –al ( “pertaining to”)
Definition: Pertaining to the cornea, the clear front part of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber.
Corneal ulcer: corne ( “cornea”) + –al ( “pertaining to”) + [ulcer ( “a sore on the skin or mucous membrane”)]
Definition: A sore on the surface of the cornea that can cause pain, redness, and decreased vision.
Corneal transplant: corne ( “cornea”) + –al ( “pertaining to”) + [transplant ( “an organ or tissue is transferred from one body to another”)]
Definition: Surgery to remove a damaged or diseased cornea and replace it with a healthy one from a donor.
Corneal abrasion: corne ( “cornea”) + –al ( “pertaining to”) + [abrasion ( “a scrape or scratch on the skin”)]
Definition: A scrape or scratch on the surface of the cornea, which can cause pain, redness, and decreased vision.
Corneal dystrophy: corne ( “cornea”) + –al ( “pertaining to”) + [dystrophy ( “a disorder of growth or development”)]
Definition: A genetic disorder that affects the cornea, leading to cloudy or distorted vision.
Keratitis: kerat ( “cornea”) + –itis ( “inflammation”)
Definition: Inflammation of the cornea, the clear front part of the eye that covers the iris, pupil, and anterior chamber.
Keratoconus: kerat ( “cornea”) + –conus ( “cone-shaped”)
Definition: A condition in which the cornea (the clear front part of the eye) thins and becomes cone-shaped, resulting in blurred vision and light sensitivity.
Keratoderma: kerat ( “thorny; keratinous substance”) + –derma ( “skin”)
Definition: A skin condition characterized by thickened, scaly patches on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet.
Keratolysis: kerat ( “thorny; keratinous substance”) + –lysis ( “dissolution” or “breakdown”)
Definition: The breakdown or dissolution of the keratin in the skin, which can cause the formation of blisters or erosions.
Keratoma: kerat ( “thorny; keratinous substance”) + –oma ( “tumor”)
Definition: A benign tumor of the skin or nails that is made up of cells that produce keratin.
