When it arises from constitutional causes recurrence is frequent, leaving the corneal membrane more cloudy after each attack, until the sight is permanently lost.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
This is an inflammation of the cornea proper, although the sclerotic at the corneal border becomes involved to some extent.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
The leaves are succulent and acid, and the juice expressed from them is used as an eyewash to remove corneal opacities; it is also used in superficial erysipelas and other skin affections.
"The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines"
T. H. Pardo de Tavera