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My 7 year old son and a baseball hit his eye after it bounced though. he cannot see well at night now almost blind, but can in daytime. what's wrong?

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Dr. James DuRant answered

Tough to say: He may have a corneal abrasion which is changing how lights at night are being refracted. Definitely go see your pediatrician or an eye doctor as soon as possible.

Answered 4/22/2013

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A member asked:

My 7 year old son and a baseball hit his eye after it bounced though. he cannot see well at night now almost blind, but can in daytime. what's wrong?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James DuRant answered

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