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Sharp pin prick sensation in right eye. lasts only a second, but has been occurring regularly for about a week. what could be causing this.
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Many causes: This might be caused by interning eyelashes, foreign bodies, calcified sub conjunctival granulomas, recurrent erosion syndrome, dry eyes and allergies among other causes.
Answered 7/30/2017
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