Question 1

what are the effects if i had spray paint in my eyes?

Accepted Answer

Not a good idea: Don't even think about it.  Eyes will be irritated. I would try flushing them with cold water and go to the er for thorough eye exam.

Question 2

after spray painting my eyes are all red, irritated and swolen... looks like a pink eye kinda... it didn't happen until about 24 hr after the painting?

Accepted Answer

Probably a virus: The most likely cause would be a viral conjunctivitis. It is possible some of the spray paint went into your eyes but you would would have noticed this almost immediately. You might also be allergic to the paint. This would have caused both reddening of the eyes and the swelling of the eyelids. Try cool compresses to the eyes and artificial tears. If no relief see your  doctor.

Question 3

pain at back of head with stabbing pains behind eyes for 4days, no nasal discharge or temperature. had no symptoms post exposure til now.is it delayed reaction from spray painting just over a month ago without mask or new viral illness?

Accepted Answer

: The symptoms are for sure not due to spray painting one month ago. A viral illness is rarely manifested with retro-orbital headache alone, it is often associated with fever and other upper respiratory symptoms. Frontal sinusitis may have the same pain but it has other symptoms. You should visit an optometrist for checking eyesight and ocular pressure in the mean time unless other symptoms develop.

Question 4

i got some galvanized paint flicked in my eye by accident itz after hours my dr is closed i sprayed some water in from a water bottle is it snytging to worry about ? my wife states it looks like it's absorbed in my eye?

Accepted Answer

: If that eye is asymptomatic after the incident, you have nothing to worry. Make sure to use the goggles next time when painting, take care.

Question 5

i was spray painting and about 20 minutes later my eye started to itch an burn so i rubbed it and it started stinging like a cut...i went to the er an?

Accepted Answer

Chemical Exposure: Sounds like a chemical conjunctivitis… Pinkeye caused by being irritating chemicals in the spray paint can.  Sounds like you made the right choice going to the emergency department. All the best… Dr. C

Question 6

does getting sprayed in the eyes with beer cause any damage?

Accepted Answer

No: The worst thing that can happen is some temporary irritation.

Question 7

what are the consequences of capsaicin being sprayed directly into the eyes?

Accepted Answer

Capsaicin: Capsaicin in the eyes can cause severe burning.  Wash the eye out with water.  If significant amounts are exposed, seek medical help to avoid issues or complications.

Question 8

i've read that spraying orange mist from the peel int the eyes is good.  is there any medical truth to this?

Accepted Answer

Not true: This is a mildly acidic and irritating solution.  It will almost certainly not harm the eyes but I cannot see any benefit from this at all.

Question 9

while spraying volini it got into one of the eyes of my 7 years old child. i applied water immediately. what happens now.

Accepted Answer

Volini spray: Is an anti inflammatory spray and should cause only irritation to the eyes. Make sure it is well irrigated in the bathtub or shower. If the pain continues, have your child seen. All the best.

Question 10

accidentally looked at bright light that painter uses to see better when painting. i am worried i have damaged eyes? would you have symptoms?

Accepted Answer

: I doubt if any eye injury can occur because of painter's light. Take care.

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What are the effects if i had spray paint in my eyes?

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After spray painting my eyes are all red, irritated and swolen... looks like a pink eye kinda... it didn't happen until about 24 hr after the painting?

A member asked:

Pain at back of head with stabbing pains behind eyes for 4days, no nasal discharge or temperature. had no symptoms post exposure til now.is it delayed reaction from spray painting just over a month ago without mask or new viral illness?

A member asked:

I got some galvanized paint flicked in my eye by accident itz after hours my dr is closed i sprayed some water in from a water bottle is it snytging to worry about ? my wife states it looks like it's absorbed in my eye?

A member asked:

I was spray painting and about 20 minutes later my eye started to itch an burn so i rubbed it and it started stinging like a cut...i went to the er an?

A member asked:

Does getting sprayed in the eyes with beer cause any damage?

A member asked:

What are the consequences of capsaicin being sprayed directly into the eyes?

A member asked:

I've read that spraying orange mist from the peel int the eyes is good. is there any medical truth to this?

A member asked:

While spraying volini it got into one of the eyes of my 7 years old child. i applied water immediately. what happens now.

A member asked:

Accidentally looked at bright light that painter uses to see better when painting. i am worried i have damaged eyes? would you have symptoms?

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