Question 1

My cat scratched the white part of my eye. is there anything i can do for this?

Accepted Answer

You might want to go to be seen by a doctor/ophthalmologist so they can check if you have a corneal abrasion (a scratch in the outer layer of your eye). If that is the case you would need antibiotics and be sure it heals well.

Question 2

My cat scratched the white part of my eye and i cleaned it but it still hurts, i don't know if i should go to a doctor or?

Accepted Answer

You'd best go get it looked at. Cats have stuff on their teeth and claws that can cause a problem relatively quickly. So before anything goes wrong get someone to look at it. Chances are you'll be fine but why take any chance when it comes to your eyes? Good for you for rinsing it out but if it still hurts that's a sign that something may go wrong.A doctor can take a close look under magnification

Question 3

I scratched the white part of my eye with my finger nail. it's extremely painful!!! i can see the scratch and it looks bad what should i do??

Accepted Answer

if you mean the cornea got scratched you will need to get to you Ophthalmologist or an ER for care.  If the white part means the conjunctiva then you could apply a soothing eye ointment and patch the eye till you get to see your Ophthalmologist.   Corneal abrasions are usually very painful and need immediate attention. Other symptoms are light sensitivity. Pain and blurred vision

Question 4

I have a scratch on the white part of my eye?

Accepted Answer

Injuries to the eye require prompt attention.  Although they can heal on their own, it is always safer to have the eye evaluated and treated to prevent infection, inflammation or other long-term problems.

Question 5

Ive been scratching my eye a lot today and felt like something was in it&noticed that a vain on the white part of my eye was red should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

The visibility and prominence of that vessel may merely represent irritation, either from an object thereupon or from your scratching. But if this sensation persists or worsens you should get to an eye doctor for a real look-see. Maybe by this afternoon.

Question 6

Hi i've had the white part of my eye scratched slightly by our dog and have a slight cut just under my top eyelid what should i do?

Accepted Answer

If the swelling or bleeding is minimal, then use cold compresses for 48 hours and the warm compresses after that while it heals. If the swelling and redness is getting worse see your eye doc or family doc ASAP.

Question 7

Pain sore not swollen around eye last 3 days. last night i decided to take a look and the corner of the outer white part of my eye has a deep scratch?

Accepted Answer

This may represent corneal abrasion and you should see your ophthalmologist soon

Question 8

While taking out my contacts i scratched a part of my eye creating a small red dot it hurt at the time but i feel no pain now should i be okay to put?

Accepted Answer

As long as you have felt resolution of your discomfort and no change in vision, you probably have done nothing more than pinched and broke a small blood vessel on your conjunctiva, resulting in a red dot (bruise). This will generally resolve in a week. But, any problems, have your eye doc check your eyes.

Question 9

There is a white dot on the brown part of my eye. could it be a scratched cornea?

Accepted Answer

A white dot one the cornea overlying the iris typically is an ulcer.  You need to be seen urgently. And have it looked at and treated by an ophthalmologist.  A delayed treatment can lead to scarring and other devastating consequences.

Question 10

My cat scratched the white part of my eyeball. i can see but it stings if i leave my eye open for more then a few seconds. will it heal on its own??

Accepted Answer

You most likely have a corneal abrasion. You must consult with an ophtalmologist because if not treated this could cause permanent scarring. 
The eye should taped very tightly to keep the eyelid from opening and closing and therefore creating friction which aggravates the problem. You do not want your eye to become infected and a topical antibiotic should be prescribed.

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My cat scratched the white part of my eye. is there anything i can do for this?

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My cat scratched the white part of my eye and i cleaned it but it still hurts, i don't know if i should go to a doctor or?

I scratched the white part of my eye with my finger nail. it's extremely painful!!! i can see the scratch and it looks bad what should i do??

I have a scratch on the white part of my eye?

Ive been scratching my eye a lot today and felt like something was in it&noticed that a vain on the white part of my eye was red should i be concerned?

Hi i've had the white part of my eye scratched slightly by our dog and have a slight cut just under my top eyelid what should i do?

Pain sore not swollen around eye last 3 days. last night i decided to take a look and the corner of the outer white part of my eye has a deep scratch?

While taking out my contacts i scratched a part of my eye creating a small red dot it hurt at the time but i feel no pain now should i be okay to put?

There is a white dot on the brown part of my eye. could it be a scratched cornea?

My cat scratched the white part of my eyeball. i can see but it stings if i leave my eye open for more then a few seconds. will it heal on its own??

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