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A Plastic Clothes Hanger Broke And Hit Me In The
Question: A plastic clothes hanger broke and hit me in the eye. There is a little pain and a blood spot. Do i need the er?
Brief Answer:
Wait & observe for signs
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service.
I have reviewed your query. You need to observe closely for following signs:
- Increase size of the blood spot
- Increase pain
- Reduced vision
If any of the above things happen then you need to report to ER immediately for checkup. Secondly, try to remain upright (45* angle) to give proper drainage to eye. Avoid touching the eye with dirty hands. I usually prescribe my patients tropicamide eye drops. They dilate the pupil and reduce pain BUT it is a prescription medication so you won't be able to get it without prescription. So best thing for you will be to closely observe.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Wishing you good health !!
Wait & observe for signs
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service.
I have reviewed your query. You need to observe closely for following signs:
- Increase size of the blood spot
- Increase pain
- Reduced vision
If any of the above things happen then you need to report to ER immediately for checkup. Secondly, try to remain upright (45* angle) to give proper drainage to eye. Avoid touching the eye with dirty hands. I usually prescribe my patients tropicamide eye drops. They dilate the pupil and reduce pain BUT it is a prescription medication so you won't be able to get it without prescription. So best thing for you will be to closely observe.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Wishing you good health !!
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Dr. Nagamani Ng
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