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Should i be worried ? a bug or fly got into my eyes while walkin down the road . my eyes are slightly irritated but is it possible to get eye parasite? or its nothing to worry about ?

Q: should i be worried ? a bug or fly got into my eyes while walkin down the road . my eyes are slightly irritated but is it possible to get eye parasite? or its nothing to worry about ?

: It is incredibly unlikely that you will get a parasitic infection from the encounter you describe. More likely there is just some irritation. Use some artificial tears to lubricate the eye for a day or two. If it's not better, see an ophthalmologist.

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Dr. Daniel Rosberger answered

It is incredibly unlikely that you will get a parasitic infection from the encounter you describe. More likely there is just some irritation. Use some artificial tears to lubricate the eye for a day or two. If it's not better, see an ophthalmologist.

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Answered 10/17/2021

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A member asked:

Should i be worried ? a bug or fly got into my eyes while walkin down the road . my eyes are slightly irritated but is it possible to get eye parasite? or its nothing to worry about ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Daniel Rosberger answered

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

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