How to treat corneal abrasion at home?

Corneal abrasions are no laughing matter, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have a bit of fun while discussing how to treat them! In this article, we’ll explore some home remedies and treatments for corneal abrasion that may help reduce pain and promote healing. So sit back, grab some popcorn (but not too much – you don’t want to get a kernel stuck in your eye), and let’s dive in!

What is Corneal Abrasion?

Before we start talking about treatment options, let’s discuss what exactly a corneal abrasion is. A corneal abrasion is a scratch or scrape on the surface of the cornea—the clear front part of the eye—that causes discomfort, sensitivity to light (photophobia), tearing (epiphora), or redness.

Causes of Corneal Abrasion

There are many ways one can end up with a corneal abrasion—some common causes include:

  • Getting something small caught under your eyelid (foreign body sensation)
  • Rubbing your eye excessively
  • Trauma from flying debris such as dirt
  • Wearing contact lenses for extended periods of time

Now that you know the basics let’s move on towards treating this ailment.

Treating Minor Cornea Abrasions

If your injury isn’t too severe or has only just occurred, there are several things you can do at home before seeking professional medical advice.

Clean Your Eye

The first thing you should do when faced with an eye injury is wash out any foreign substances. You can use standard saline solution (the same kind used by contact lens wearers) to irrigate the affected area until all dust particles have been removed—it also provides relief if there were minor irritants left behind after cleaning (Sigh… it hurts, doesn’t it?)

Apply an Eye Patch

Once you’ve properly cleaned your eye, the next step is to get some rest. Now don’t just slam the covers over your head and pass out since it’s time for a bit of patching before bed.

Note: Never put any pressure on the affected eye while putting on or removing patches.

A quick Google search will yield multiple results for buying a standard paper face mask to cover up the affected area, but what’s stopping you from getting creative? A pirate’s eye patch could be a great idea. We might look silly with one (so do I), but we’ll still have all our functions in check!

Longer Treatment Options

Sometimes minor treatments are not sufficient; therefore making longer courses of treatment should be avaliable when necessary.

Artificial Tears

Artificial tears are over-the-counter lubricants that can help keep eyes moisturized and relieve dry, gritty sensations. These simulators promote healing by keeping the cornea hydrated because hydra-moisture like material coats & protects it (scientific term). You can use them throughout your day—especially if you work in front of screens—for relief after prolonged exposure that will also soothe burning or stinging sensations (Bragging Alert: “I’m always in front of my screen, so artificial tears must become my new best friend.”)

Antibiotics Drops

Our much-loved colleague ‘Perona’ got this hard way by avoiding proper precautions while gardening now she shares her experiences: “Pictured desperately trying to avoid sunlight even indoors as light sensitivity bothered me weeks after planting.”

Doctors often prescribe antibiotic drops when there is risk involved like that caused by bacterial infections during injuries which impairs basic sight function such as helping us differentiate colors!

Prescription medications vary depending upon individual needs regarding dosages; hence professionals adhere carefully before proceeding further. Common antibiotics include moxifloxacin (Vigamox) and erythromycin ointment.

Pain Medication

Corneal abrasions are known to cause a sensation similar to sand or grit in the eye, which can be very uncomfortable but there is never any need to bear that pain (ouch). Using oral OTC medications like ibuprofen or Tylenol can help reduce this discomfort by blocking nerve impulses relayed from pain receptors.

Prevention: Tips & Tricks!

Of course, prevention of an issue is better than curing it! Hence here are some tried-and-true tips for preventing corneal abrasions:

  1. Always wear protective eyewear if you’re working with power tools or other machines.
  2. Limit excessive screen time, rest eyes every 10-15 minutes before stepping forward towards news headlines now obviously.
  3. Follow proper hand hygiene as many injuries occur due to contact with unclean hands spreading germs & bacteria.
  4. Never sleep while wearing your contacts since overnight use may lead to irritation and risk infection gradually chipping away optical sensory functionality.

And finally—just have fun! Life’s far too short not make the most out of all unimaginable moments and enjoy through thick and thin exposing our obvious visible flaws along!

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