Open Lesion/Lacuna

These are the iris signs that represent acquired or inherited weaknesses in the body. They can be recognized by their shapes, although they vary in size and degree of darkness.

Lesions are open-ended "holes" enclosed on three sides by trabeculae. The open-endedness of a lesion indicates that metabolic activities are still taking place although at a reduced rate.

Lacunae are clustered lesions (two or more) closed at both ends.

Crypts are small, closed single lesions, usually very dark.

Both lacunae and crypts indicate encapsulated areas of toxic material in which metabolic function has apparently ceased. A white line around the outside of any crypt or lacunae indicates calcification of tissue surrounding the encapsulated area.

For more information about Iridology and it's history, please contact Brenda.