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Is it a good and safe practice to run tap water over the eyes?

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Water in eyes: Why would you want to run tap water over your eyes. The blink reflex is designed to cleanse your eyes.

Dr Rosen and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/2/2013

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Dr. Stephen Hamilton answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No: Tap water is not sterile nor lubricating. Irrigation of the eyes should be done with sterile irrigating solution or artificial tears.

Dr Ferdowsi and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/7/2013

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