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Is it okay to swim with a corneal abrasion?
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No: A corneal abrasion is a defect in the clear skin over the cornea called the epithelium. This is an open wound and has potential for infection. Stay away from swimming until you are completely healed.
Answered 6/22/2017
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No: I would not get any water in the eye until it is fully healed.
Answered 2/23/2013
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