
How To Remove Foreign Object Stuck In The Eye?

Question: Object in eye taking anti-biotic drops now have mucus type film over eye what is happening ?
Brief Answer:
Foreign body to be removed.
Detailed Answer:
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Thanks for sending your query to us.
A foreign body if present has to be removed.If it is not inspected,then washing with plain water may dislodge it.This is for all practical purposes an ocular emergency.
It will be a good idea to go to ER to rule out if there is no further complications like corneal ulcer.
In the meanwhile continue with these drops.,as the drop will take care of infection.
Foreign body to be removed.
Detailed Answer:
My dear,
Thanks for sending your query to us.
A foreign body if present has to be removed.If it is not inspected,then washing with plain water may dislodge it.This is for all practical purposes an ocular emergency.
It will be a good idea to go to ER to rule out if there is no further complications like corneal ulcer.
In the meanwhile continue with these drops.,as the drop will take care of infection.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Remy Koshy

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