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I scratch my left sclera and it hurt is there anything to heal it or how to treat it?

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Unlikely sclera: You probably scratched the conjunctiva overlying your sclera. This commonly causes a dramatic sort of hemorrhage with bleeding atop the sclera and under the conjunctiva. If the vision is good, the item which scratched you is uncontaminated , and there is no pus or tissue swelling, then you can wait it out. But if there is any doubt, see your ophthalmologist for diagnosis and treatment if needed.

Answered 3/18/2015

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Dr. Jodi Luchs answered

Specializes in LASIK Surgery

Get examined: Superficial scratches usually heal quickly on their own, but you should see your eye doctor to determine the severity and prescribe prophylactic antibiotic drops to prevent infection.

Answered 8/13/2013

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