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I think something scratched my eyeball or something. i rinsed it few times but it still hurts and giving me a headache. who do i see first. my gp or straight to an ophthalmologist?
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Who's available?: Many times a minor corneal scratch/abrasion can be handled by your primary who can decide if it looks in need of specialty care. If so they can usually get you in faster than you can by yourself.
Answered 2/19/2020
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