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Is it recommended to wear an eye patch to protect my scratched cornea?
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No: Simple corneal abrasions do not need to be treated by patching the eye. According to a new review of studies, patching can initially slow healing and does not reduce pain.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Common: A common means of treatment is to patch the cornea for 24 hours. Most now however will put on the cornea a bandage lens which cuts the pain down and keeps the cornea open for the use of eyedrops.
Answered 2/27/2015
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Recommend lubricants: Like artificial tears and ointments for comfort and healing. No need to patch. Your eye doctor will sometimes place a bandage clear contact lens for comfort if it is a severe abrasion and there is concern about healing.
Answered 8/17/2015
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