What physiological effect might corneal infiltrates have on a patient?

Corneal infiltrates are accumulations of inflammatory cells in the cornea, often due to an infection or other inflammatory processes. When these infiltrates form, they can lead to discomfort and irritation in patients, causing symptoms such as redness, sensitivity to light, and a foreign body sensation. These effects are a direct result of the inflammation and the eye's response to the presence of these infiltrates, which can disrupt the normal layer of the corneal epithelium and affect vision quality, typically leading to discomfort rather than improvement.

Other physiological effects of corneal infiltrates may include potential impacts on vision quality or lens wear, but the primary sensation experienced by the patient is discomfort and irritation.