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How long can I wait to go to the doctor? Is it an emergency? Regarding - my dog scratched the white part of my eye . I don't feel any pain. There is to small scratches on the eye. They eye is a little red

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Dr. A K Goel Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Moradabad

clean the eye with fresh water fequently. do cold compresses. and put antibiotics eye drops 2hourly e.g. moxifloxacin. ... Read More

Hi. My Dog scratched the white part of my eye it's just 2 little dots I don't feel any pain but I don't know if I should go to the doctor tomorrow morning?

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Dr. Vaibhev Mittal Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Sangrur

Hello You should antibiotic eyedrop like moxifloxacin 6times Consult local ophthalmologist ... Read More

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Scratched my cornea on the left side right where the white beings not sure what to do

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Dr. A K Goel Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Moradabad

Immediately consult an ophthalmologist nearby. ... Read More

Sheis having a nail scratch in her right eye on white portion. Her eye had turn red but not tearing. Request you to suggest eye drop for her.

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Dr. Arjun Kumar Singh Ophthalmologist | Patna

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It is subconjunctival haemorrage it will disappear itself within a week , ... Read More

I scratched my cornea on the left side right where the white begins idk what to do

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Dr. A K Goel Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Moradabad

Immediately consult an ophthalmologist nearby. ... Read More

I have a pet cat. While in my hands, she accidentally stretched and her nails poked me slightly in the corner of the eye. There was no bleeding, but the white of the eye has become slightly reddish in that area. I've read up that there could be possible infections that can happen and that there are OTC eye-drops for the prevention of that. Could yo

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Dr. Shradha Goel Ophthalmologist | Mumbai

Hello, Cat scratch / bite can cause bacterial (Bartonella) infection. It can cause conjunctivitis/ uveitis/ retinitis/ optic neuritis. Please consult an ophthalmologist immediately if u develop red ey ... Read More

My sister scratched her eye.Any treatment (or medicine) for corneal abrasion? How would I know whether it's a minor or major abrasion. She scratched the white part of her eyes

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Dr. Arjun Kumar Singh Ophthalmologist | Patna

Refresh liquigel eye drops 1 hrly + genteal gel & ciplox eye ointment at bed time in night+ Tobrex eye drops 5-6 times at least for 3-4 days ... Read More

Got scratch in eye by my son's nail accidentally two month ago and got the treatment too.But still i am not comfortable when i open the eye while waking up in the morning. It pains when i press my eye. Wanted to show this good ophthalmologist. Please.Please suggest.

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Dr. Anil Kumar Jain General Physician | Bangalore

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Hello There. I can understand your concern. you can get it checked out by a good ophthalmologist near you at any good hospital. alternatively, you can search for good ophthalmologists' near you on ... Read More

I somehow scratched my eye putting on my mascara yesterday morning and now it is irritated burning watering and I can't even really keep my eye open. Liggt is irritating to it and vision is blurred.

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Dr. Maneck Nicholson Ophthalmologist | Mumbai

Its sounds like there might be a superficial abrasion. You can start antibiotic eye drops for that eye however it is highly advisable to see an ophthalmologist to rule out the presence of any retained ... Read More

I scratched my white eyeball with my contact lenses when I was removing it and realised there is a scratch/hole on my white eye under the eyelid and pain. It has been 5 days. is it serious? how to heal faster?

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Dr. Arjun Kumar Singh Ophthalmologist | Patna

Discontinue using contact lens at least for a week, you may use 4Quineye drops 4-5 times & genteal eye drops 4-5 times . ... Read More

Hello, My son has got white patches below his left eye. It is there from last one week. Nowhere else he has got it. Can you please let me know what is it and what to do? Thanks in advance, Ashoka

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Dr. Jayalakshmi Rajesh Pediatrician | Chennai

Unless directly seen ,it's difficult to diagnose ... Read More

Hii my 4 year old has white patch below the eye. Local dermatologist said it may be hormonal issue or vitamin deficiency and prescribed Tacrolimus Ointment We are using this for the past 10days but there is no difference. What should i do

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Dr. Bhumika Mahawar Dermatologist | Dehradun

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Only one eye ? Or anywhere else in body Proper history and evaluation needed ... Read More

"Hello Doctor, my son has developed a white patch near his eye, and I’ve noticed it is getting bigger day by day. Could this be vitiligo or some other skin condition? What steps should we take for diagnosis and treatment?"

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Dr. Sujit Shanshanwal Dermatologist | Mumbai

You need to get Wood's lamp examination done. ... Read More

Hello There is a white mark in eye..is it serious problem No pain feeling .just white mark in eye ..please suggest for this problem

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Dr. Varsha Jindal Ophthalmologist | Chandigarh

Need to see the image. Kindly consult online ... Read More

Can a puppy scratch cause rabies? Is it possible to get infection from scratch? Should I worry about it?

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Dr. G Sravan Kumar Internal Medicine | Khammam

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Doge scratch also infection occurs ... Read More

Mucus cover the eye and break down when eye blinks and then it needs to remove,comes out in a thread like shape

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Dr. Varsha Jindal Ophthalmologist | Chandigarh

Needs examination. Please visit nearby ophthalmologist ... Read More

I am suddenly having a red patch in my right eye like blood. No pain, no tears, no injury no vision issue. Feeling a little bit discomfort only. Attached picture...is it normal ? Blood pressure was 101/71 that time.

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Dr. Varsha Jindal Ophthalmologist | Chandigarh

Monitor BP. Get your platelets count done. ... Read More

I am understanding 6 month pregnancy and I have white bump in my left eye and eyes are Red.pls suggest something

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Dr. Varsha Jindal Ophthalmologist | Chandigarh

Looks like pterygium (caused due to dust/sunlight exposure). If redness present, you can use cold compresses 2-3 times a day. ... Read More

I have a red eye and white mucus around the cornea , vissios is lil bit blurry but no pain or itchy ness , Doctors pls tell my seriouness of my condition Attaching pic of eye and medication past 2 weeks it is there it grew big pls help

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Dr. Saba Kausar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Bangalore

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Looks like inflammation. Please consult online ... Read More

I have suffered from food poisoning and vomited multiple times which feels like my organs will come out, after vomiting that my right eye became red and a white thing appeared near the cornea which makes vision a little blur when I close my one eye. I want to know what happened and will it disappear automatically or not?

Asked for Female, 25 Years 61 Views v

Dr. Pavitra Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon | Chennai

Could be inflammation, consult offline with local ophthalmologist for detailed evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

I can see white sticky stuff on my scalp during and after wash when I scratch. Is it dandruff please suggest me

Asked for Female, 41 Years 53 Views v

Dr. Ch Bikash Dermatologist | Shillong

Probably dandruff The picture is not very clear A picture of your scalp would be more helpful ... Read More

Hi My 4 year old son is getting white discharge from his right eye from the last month. We have visited a pediatrician and he said due to viral it can happen. There is no allergy or redness in that eye. Only white discharge very less from his right eye has been observed once in a day. Is it a serious concern, please provide your support.

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Dr. Jyothi Ophthalmologist | Hyderabad

Hi Looks like allergic conjunctivitis.Need to use antihistamines.Can consult for further assistance ... Read More

My 5 months old daughter has White patches on both the inner eye corners for almost 20days. Now they have been bigger and noticable. Inam really worried, please answer. I have attached a photograph also.

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Dr. Alpana Meena Pediatrician | Sawai Madhopur

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Kindly consult dermatologist it might be vitiligo ... Read More

My 5 months old daughter has White patches on both the inner eye corners for almost 20days. Now they have been bigger and noticable. Inam really worried, please answer. I have attached a photograph also.

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Dr. Arpita Dermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

20 days back dog scratched me with his nails there was no bleeding only white line on skin do I need to take vaccine dog has no symptoms of rabies plss suggest me I am so afried

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Dr. M. Madeena Begum Veterinary Surgeon | Chennai

Rabies spread via infected animal saliva in a wound. So it can only spread via bite or lick. Dog's nail scrachs don't have risks. Since it has been more than 10 days and the dog is fine. There is risk ... Read More

Hi I was scratched by a one year old dog 2 weaks back which lives near home it scratched to my leg when I was feeding him it was not deep and no bleeding there was a bit white line that's it is that dangerous does it need vaccine dog is healthy I am scared

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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella General Physician | Hyderabad

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Vaccine needed ... Read More

My child 5 months okd has cold n cough. He developed a small red patch in eye white yesterday, not sure if he scratched himself. Should we wait for it to heal on its own? Or it might be serious?

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Dr. Sachin Pariskar Pediatrician | Pune

Better to consult once physically to nearby eye specialist. ... Read More

My daughter is 2 months old and she has scratched her eyeball, what is the remedy for it? Will it harm her eye?

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Dr. Prathibha Reddy Pediatrician | Hyderabad

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Nothing . Cut nails if possible ... Read More

My baby is 4.5 months old. I noticed some white patches on the corners of her Eyelids from past 2 weeks, both on the upper and lower sides. I have attached a picture too. She is on formula and breastmilk. Is this a serious concern?

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Dr. Vinit M Mehta Pediatrician | Vadodara

No normal only ... Read More

For past 3-4 days I have clear mucus discharge from eyes. I don't know whether I have harshly rubbed inner corner of eye due to itchiness. i could notice pain when mucus comes out and I constantly feel something inside eye. Also I notice a problem of pain in left eyebrow and nose connecting region whenever I see screen. I have -0.75 in right eye an

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Asked for Female, 25 Years 137 Views v

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist | Hyderabad

May be Allergic aetiology.pl identify the Allergen and avoid them.you May need antibiotic eye drops. Pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ... Read More

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How long can I wait to go to the doctor? Is it an emergency? Regarding - my dog scratched the white part of my eye . I don't feel any pain. There is to small scratches on the eye. They eye is a little red

Hi. My Dog scratched the white part of my eye it's just 2 little dots I don't feel any pain but I don't know if I should go to the doctor tomorrow morning?

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Scratched my cornea on the left side right where the white beings not sure what to do

Sheis having a nail scratch in her right eye on white portion. Her eye had turn red but not tearing. Request you to suggest eye drop for her.

I scratched my cornea on the left side right where the white begins idk what to do

My sister scratched her eye.Any treatment (or medicine) for corneal abrasion? How would I know whether it's a minor or major abrasion. She scratched the white part of her eyes

Got scratch in eye by my son's nail accidentally two month ago and got the treatment too.But still i am not comfortable when i open the eye while waking up in the morning. It pains when i press my eye. Wanted to show this good ophthalmologist. Please.Please suggest.

I somehow scratched my eye putting on my mascara yesterday morning and now it is irritated burning watering and I can't even really keep my eye open. Liggt is irritating to it and vision is blurred.

I scratched my white eyeball with my contact lenses when I was removing it and realised there is a scratch/hole on my white eye under the eyelid and pain. It has been 5 days. is it serious? how to heal faster?

Hello, My son has got white patches below his left eye. It is there from last one week. Nowhere else he has got it. Can you please let me know what is it and what to do? Thanks in advance, Ashoka

Hii my 4 year old has white patch below the eye. Local dermatologist said it may be hormonal issue or vitamin deficiency and prescribed Tacrolimus Ointment We are using this for the past 10days but there is no difference. What should i do

"Hello Doctor, my son has developed a white patch near his eye, and I’ve noticed it is getting bigger day by day. Could this be vitiligo or some other skin condition? What steps should we take for diagnosis and treatment?"

Hello There is a white mark in eye..is it serious problem No pain feeling .just white mark in eye ..please suggest for this problem

Can a puppy scratch cause rabies? Is it possible to get infection from scratch? Should I worry about it?

Mucus cover the eye and break down when eye blinks and then it needs to remove,comes out in a thread like shape

I am suddenly having a red patch in my right eye like blood. No pain, no tears, no injury no vision issue. Feeling a little bit discomfort only. Attached picture...is it normal ? Blood pressure was 101/71 that time.

I am understanding 6 month pregnancy and I have white bump in my left eye and eyes are Red.pls suggest something

I have a red eye and white mucus around the cornea , vissios is lil bit blurry but no pain or itchy ness , Doctors pls tell my seriouness of my condition Attaching pic of eye and medication past 2 weeks it is there it grew big pls help

I can see white sticky stuff on my scalp during and after wash when I scratch. Is it dandruff please suggest me

My 5 months old daughter has White patches on both the inner eye corners for almost 20days. Now they have been bigger and noticable. Inam really worried, please answer. I have attached a photograph also.

My 5 months old daughter has White patches on both the inner eye corners for almost 20days. Now they have been bigger and noticable. Inam really worried, please answer. I have attached a photograph also.

20 days back dog scratched me with his nails there was no bleeding only white line on skin do I need to take vaccine dog has no symptoms of rabies plss suggest me I am so afried

Hi I was scratched by a one year old dog 2 weaks back which lives near home it scratched to my leg when I was feeding him it was not deep and no bleeding there was a bit white line that's it is that dangerous does it need vaccine dog is healthy I am scared

My child 5 months okd has cold n cough. He developed a small red patch in eye white yesterday, not sure if he scratched himself. Should we wait for it to heal on its own? Or it might be serious?

My daughter is 2 months old and she has scratched her eyeball, what is the remedy for it? Will it harm her eye?

My baby is 4.5 months old. I noticed some white patches on the corners of her Eyelids from past 2 weeks, both on the upper and lower sides. I have attached a picture too. She is on formula and breastmilk. Is this a serious concern?

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