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What is the role of the eyelids?


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Eyelid:

The eyelid is a thin layer of skin that covers and plays a role in the protection of the eye.

Role of the eyelids:

  1. Protects the eye from mechanical trauma, extremes of bright light, and temperature.
  2. Maintaining normal precorneal tear film that is significant to maintaining clarity and corneal health.
  3. It shields the eyes from injury and protects them from dust.
  4. The eyelids remain closed as a reflex to strong light, which protects the eye from damage.

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