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IMPORTANT
Be extremely careful and gentle when treating eye injuries. NEVER ATTEMPT TO REMOVE OBJECTS EMBEDDED IN THE EYE! Eyes are delicate and sight is precious! Prompt professional attention to serious eye injuries is required to preserve sight!
Dry eyes may be treated with over the counter or prescription eye drops, however, dry or itchy eyes may be the result of an allergy or chemical.
Floating Objects
Floating objects in the eye which can be visualized may be flushed from the eye with water. If the object cannot be removed in this manner, the victim should seek medical attention..
Embedded Objects & Chemical Burns
First Aid care for these injuries consists of gently bandaging BOTH eyes and seeking professional care promptly! An inverted paper cup covered with a bandage is appropriate for serious eye injuries while the victim is transported to the hospital.
For chemical burns of the eye, wash the eye with copious (A LOT) amounts of water for 15 to 30 minutes. Then wrap a bandage around both eyes and seek professional help and call 9-1-1. Take note of the chemical or product that caused the burn.