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I scratch my eye and now the pink skin inside the corner (close to my nose)of my eye is protruding. it doesn't hurt but is bothering me.is it serious?

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Dr. Robert Chang answered

Canthus: Usually not, but best to have it looked at to be sure.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/14/2019

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A member asked:

I scratch my eye and now the pink skin inside the corner (close to my nose)of my eye is protruding. it doesn't hurt but is bothering me.is it serious?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Chang answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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