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Red eyes after flushing with tap water
I often wash my eyes with tap water. I take a glass of water and put my eyes into it for 10 to 15 minues. I noticed that after washing my eyes the white part becomes red and after some time it becomes normal. Will it harm my vision?
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Hello.. Though this redness is normal but i personally don't recommend this maneuvour
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