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Got 70%ethyl rubbing alcohol vapor in r eye this morning.in the afternoon washed r eye with deodorant soap bar&water.can these things harm&dry my eye?

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Dr. Robert Kneece answered

Should be fine: They will dry the eye temporarily but should no cause any long term damage.You body willlet you know with either pain or decreased vision.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/22/2020

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A member asked:

Got 70%ethyl rubbing alcohol vapor in r eye this morning.in the afternoon washed r eye with deodorant soap bar&water.can these things harm&dry my eye?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Kneece answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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