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A member asked:
Is it normal for eye discharge to stink?
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No: an odor indicates an infection
Answered 11/28/2017
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No: "Normal" eye discharge has no odor. If there is an odor it might reflect an infection of the eye. Other things with odor that might get into the eye are quickly flushed out. Any eye with an odor needs immediate evaluation.
Answered 7/30/2015
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No: Eye discharge should not smell bad. It may represent a bacterial infection and you should call your doctor for advice
Answered 7/20/2017
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Stinky eye stuff: It is now typical for eye discharge to smell. A significant smell could indicate a bacterial eye infection.
Answered 5/31/2016
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