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Wash my eyes with high pressure water of tap everyday. can it make me blind or damage my eyes? i can see clearly right now. will i be ok?

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I would stop: The eyes form their own lubrication & any washing/rinsing of outside debris should be with clean water. Don't put anything into your eyes under pressure unless you want to damage them. The self lubricating film created by the eyes has anti-germ factors that help them stay healthy. If/when you wash this away you are asking fro trouble.

Answered 7/10/2019

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Eye wash: Any one is possible but unlikely to happen. However this is unnecessary and should be discontinued.Warm compresses would be adequate.

Answered 7/25/2019

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Likely: Yes, likely. There is nothing sterile about tap water. It's also not a good lubricant. For chemical injuries to the eyes, a rapid water flush is advisable. Eyes are self cleaning for the most part. You may lubricate, cleanse the eyelid margins with appropriate eyelid hygiene (OcuSoft lid wipes), and rinse with approved EyeWash for ridding debris. Not a good practice to use your technique.

Answered 7/25/2019

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