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How to treat eye bitten by insect

2018-10-29 08:31:54
Hi I am 28 year old female. Since morning I feel there is some itching in my right eye. There is also redness. Something just suddenly went in my eyes after which this has started. I think it was a small insect. Can an eye be bitten by an insect? If yes what should i do?
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Hello Yes...insect can bite on your lid or may cause inflammation in eye If you are suspecting insect in eye then I would recommend you to consult local ophthalmologist and get proper eye examination done

Answered2018-10-29 15:53:58

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It might be due to insect bite or foreign body or dryness or infection. Please share a close up pic of your eyes with detailed information about pain and redness discharge itching and blurring of vision or consult an ophthalmologist nearby

Answered2018-10-29 09:15:41

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Yes an eye can be bitten by an insect.it may or may not be stuck around there somewhere. Importance of an ophthalmic consultation is paramount. Nothing should be done without showing a doctor personally.
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book ophthalmologists appointment
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dont rub the eyes at all at present

Answered2018-10-29 08:38:56

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