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Is it normal for eye drops to burn a little?

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Dr. Jay Bradley answered

Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

Yes.: Yes. Drops for the eye may burn a little upon instillation. It has to do with difference in ph between the drop and the surface of the eye. If they is irritated, the drops will burn more.

Dr Vogel agreed

Answered 9/1/2012

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