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Foreign Object In The Eye - First Aid and Emergency Treatment Guide

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Foreign Object In The Eye

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   Overview
   Causes
   Symptoms
   Treatment
   Steps to avoid
   Consult a doctor
   Prognosis
   Prevention

Overview

Any object that lodges itself in the eye
Small objects will be washed out by tears / blinking
Others need medical attention

Causes

Dust
Debris
Sand
Contact lens
Eye lash
Make up
Flying objects like glass

Symptoms

Itching
Irritation
Pain
Sensitivity to bright light
Blurry vision

Treatment

Wash hands before helping the victim
Seat the person in a lighted area
Gently examine the eye
Pull lower eyelid downward
Ask the person to look upward
Then hold upper eyelid while person looks down
If object is floating try flushing it out
Otherwise, touch the object with wet cotton bud
Object should cling to the cotton bud
If object is removed, flush eyes with saline/warm water
If object cannot be removed, see a doctor
If object is embedded, do not touch
Cover the eyes with paper cups and tape it
Consult doctor immediately

Steps to Avoid

Avoid rubbing eyes
Do not remove an embedded object
Do not try to remove a large object

Consult a doctor

When the object cannot be removed
When object is embedded
When the person's vision is affected
When the scratching sensation persists
When pain persists even after removing object

Prognosis

Depends on type of object and mode of entry
Glass/sharp objects may damage eye

Prevention

Wear protective eye gear at work, if necessary
Wear protective gears while playing sports
Exercise caution if using contact lens

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