Question 1

i got alcohol in my eye last night, it may be rubbing, possibly drinking alcohol, i washed out with water and milk. it is burning and feels like sand paper is in it.  please help

Accepted Answer

You : You need to either see an ophthalmologist or go to an er asap.  You most likely have a chemical "burn" or inflammation of the cornea and will need topical medication to help it heal and make it feel better right away.  Do not delay.

Question 2

r eyelid swells & not itchy. dr said looks allergy but would be in both eyes. happens after drinking alcohol or stress/anxiety. stumped on what causes?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol flush syn : I found the following explanation in Wikipedia: "Alcohol flush reaction is a condition in which an individual develops flushes or blotches associated with erythema on the face, neck, shoulders, and, in some cases, the entire body after consuming alcoholic beverages. The reaction is the result of an accumulation of acetaldehyde, a metabolic byproduct of the catabolic metabolism of alcohol".

Question 3

how come drinking a lot of water after drinking alcohol doesn't help it to get out of your system faster?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol and water: Drinking waters merely dilutes the alcohol in the stomach. Its the liver that clears the alcohol and this is not dependent on the dilution.

Question 4

if your drinking alcohol at home is it safe to put water in it and does it help or make it worse for the person drinking ?

Accepted Answer

Alcoholic: There is no health benefit to diluting the alcohol. An alcoholic drinks because they are alcoholic.  There is a great section in the book "alcoholics anonymous" that defines all of the ways alcoholics try to drink like a normal person. It may be beneficial to read that chapter in this important book.

Question 5

does drinking alcohol affect eye health at all?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol: Alcohol affects every part of the body, from brain, to liver, heart, kidneys, blood, skin, only to mention a few.

Question 6

corner of laptop hit under my eye, still hurts, will going out and drinking alcohol make my recovery worse or not happen?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol : I do not think it will do one or the other. Good Luck

Question 7

why specifically is my left eye bloodshot the day after drinking alcohol but the right eye seems ok?

Accepted Answer

Red eye: That is the way you are. Due to flushing (vasodilation) to subconjunctival blood vessel. Use refresh tears (over the counter).  Won't worry if no issues with vision.  Maybe  you wink too much with left eye when having a few drink.

Question 8

hello. why do i have a yellowish color in my eyes where its supposed to be white? im a vegetarian. i don't drink alcohol and i drink a lot of water.

Accepted Answer

Carotinemia: You should see a doctor to rule out any liver issues, but it is likely related to a condition known as carotinemia - too many yellow or orange veggies., or the body"s inability to convert carotenoids to vit a.

Question 9

i got 70% isopropyl alcohol in my eye and it kinda burns (it burned after i flushed it out with water) and im kinda concerned i also ised drinking water to flush it out since i knew it was clean please respond fast?

Accepted Answer

: Please get an exam by an ophthalmologist to determine if your eye has been traumatized.

Question 10

can insomnia, smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol, etc. worsen eye floaters?

Accepted Answer

no: Floaters are not related to smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol or insomnia.

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I got alcohol in my eye last night, it may be rubbing, possibly drinking alcohol, i washed out with water and milk. it is burning and feels like sand paper is in it. please help

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R eyelid swells & not itchy. dr said looks allergy but would be in both eyes. happens after drinking alcohol or stress/anxiety. stumped on what causes?

A member asked:

How come drinking a lot of water after drinking alcohol doesn't help it to get out of your system faster?

A member asked:

If your drinking alcohol at home is it safe to put water in it and does it help or make it worse for the person drinking ?

A member asked:

Does drinking alcohol affect eye health at all?

A member asked:

Corner of laptop hit under my eye, still hurts, will going out and drinking alcohol make my recovery worse or not happen?

A member asked:

Why specifically is my left eye bloodshot the day after drinking alcohol but the right eye seems ok?

A member asked:

Hello. why do i have a yellowish color in my eyes where its supposed to be white? im a vegetarian. i don't drink alcohol and i drink a lot of water.

A member asked:

I got 70% isopropyl alcohol in my eye and it kinda burns (it burned after i flushed it out with water) and im kinda concerned i also ised drinking water to flush it out since i knew it was clean please respond fast?

A member asked:

Can insomnia, smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol, etc. worsen eye floaters?

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