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Hi! while i was trying to fix the toilet i felt a splash of the water into my eye. im worried about dangerous bacteria! what should i do?
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Eye Rinse: Rinse your eyes with a balanced salt solution or warm tap water.The eyelids, conjunctiva and cornea form protective layers and a first line defense to prevent entry of bacteria and toxins into the orbit. Monitor for signs of foreign body, redness and purulent drainage that may require ER or UC evaluation.
Answered 12/12/2020
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