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What would happen if i touched or rubbed my eye and there was dust on my finger?
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Probably nothing: Unless you had a caustic or irritant dust on your finger, probably nothing will lhappen, however, try not to do this. Wash your hands and be careful before touching your eyes. You can contaminate your eyes easily. Be careful!
Answered 10/20/2018
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Eye touch: Probably nothing.If the eye develops symptoms as irritation,injection,tearing etc. you should seek care by an ophthalmologist
Answered 10/30/2018
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