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Corneal Abrasions |
| What is a Corneal Abrasion? |
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| A scratch on the front portion of the eye is called a corneal abrasion. Most corneal abrasion injuries are due to a fingernail, paper, or foreign body. Due to the extreme sensitivity of the cornea, a corneal abrasion can be very painful, even when it is a minor scratch. |
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| How is a Corneal Abrasion Treated? |
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| If something becomes lodged in the eye, it is imperative to seek medical care immediately. With the use of fast-acting anesthetic drops, most small foreign objects can be removed quickly and painlessly. |
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| Antibiotic drops are usually applied to ward off infection. Other anti-inflammatory drops may be used to keep you comfortable while the cornea heals. |
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| To protect the eye and promote healing, the eye is usually patched. Patching takes the form of either a eye pad or a bandage soft contact lens. Although patching may be inconvenient, it helps to minimize movement of the eyelids, which would interfere with the healing process. Corneal tissue heals rapidly. Improvement is usually noticed within 24 hours.
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