How To Treat A Corneal Abrasion

Inspect Eye For Stuck Particles

Any sort of particle in the eye can worsen a corneal abrasion, but it may be hard to tell if there is actually something there because the abrasion itself often feels like there is something in the eye. Therefore, patients need to inspect eye for stuck particles like eyelashes, dirt, grit, or anything else causing the gritty sensation. The easiest way to do this is by using a mirror in a well-lit room and opening the eye as wide as possible and see if there is anything visible in it. Patients should look up, down, left, and right while gently pulling the eyelids away from the surface of the eye to see as much of the eyeball as possible. If individuals see something there, they may gently touch it with a clean, dry hand to remove it. Keep in mind this is only a good option if the fragment is loose on the surface of the eye. If patients have something actually embedded in the surface of their eye, they should seek immediate emergency medical treatment.

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