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Methanol droplet

2020-07-18 04:14:31
A small drop of methanol or alcohol hit my eye and got into it as I was cleaning something will it hurt me or cause any kind of damage after 20 mins of this incident I slash cold water into my eyes for 5 min as I started feeling that I hv a reduced vision is it serious or not ?
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U should consult ophthalmologist if ur vision decreased

Answered2020-07-18 12:55:19

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Pls consult an ophthalmologist

Answered2020-07-18 08:59:25

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It is a chemical injury needs immediate treatment Plz start lacrygel ointment every hour in affected eye
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plz consult online needs to images to see how much is a damage to eye

Answered2020-07-18 06:43:35

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Alkali chemical burns are more harmful
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consult ophthalmologist
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avoid rubbing

Answered2020-07-18 05:48:08

YESNO

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