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Is it true that cooling eye pad is bad for the eyes?
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Cool compresses: Are totally fine to use over your eyes.
Answered 4/7/2014
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No: This is commonly used to provide relief from minor eye aches and discharges. It is not bad at all although not always effective. Warm soaks sometimes provide relief.
Answered 9/27/2014
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