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Eye injured scratch with nail

2018-08-16 21:55:02
Eye injured scratch with nail on cornea e.g. on eyeball surface . Please suggest me is this any serious problem. Lot of pain and running water from eye My son is just 8 year old Today I consult with eye specialist doctor he said after 24 hours it's heal itself but since 12 hours my son not able to open his eye please suggest me what is have to do
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It will heal with patching and lubricants. No need to worry.

Answered2018-08-17 10:46:11

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Please share the prescription of doctor.

Answered2018-08-17 05:22:09

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You should immediately consult an ophthalmologist

Answered2018-08-17 01:45:33

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You require to urgently contact an eye specialist. Maybe a eye dressing is needed.

Answered2018-08-17 01:09:08

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