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What do you do if you accidentally scratch your eye?
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Pain relief: Corneal abrasions can be very painful, depending on the severity of the scratch. Infections are also a concern. Try to keep the eyelid closed as much as possible and use otc pain meds. If there is no improvement within 24hrs. Or if there is a goopy discharge, see your physician or ophthalmologist for definitive care.
Answered 12/31/2011
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Corneal abrasion: Can use refresh pm, systane ointment, or genteal gel applied to inside of lower lid can help healing 4x day or more until seen by ophthalmologist.
Answered 12/18/2014
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