Urgent Solution for Foreign Objects in the Eye

Anything from outside the body is a foreign object. It might be dust, an eyelash or maybe a chemical. Have you ever suddenly felt a sharp sting or uncontrollable tearing and wondered what just got into your eye? Most people panic or rub their eyes, often making things worse. But do you know what to do when a foreign object strikes?

In this article, we’ll explore the real risks of foreign objects in the eye, the common mistakes people make, and most importantly, the correct steps to take for quick and safe relief.

All You Need to Know About Foreign Objects in the Eye

A foreign object in the eye can be anything: dust, sand, dirt, eyelashes, sawdust, metal particles, or even makeup residue. These irritants can enter your eye from everyday environments like windy roads, beaches, construction zones, or during activities such as driving, woodworking, or applying cosmetics. Low-quality eye makeup, especially that containing harsh preservatives, can be a hidden culprit that many overlook.

Wearing contact lenses adds another layer of risk. Not only can foreign particles stick to the lenses, but contacts themselves are considered foreign bodies. They may restrict oxygen flow to the eye, leading to dryness and increased sensitivity. Eyeglasses, on the other hand, offer both protection and comfort, and double as a stylish accessory.

How to Know About a Foreign Object in the Eye?

The feeling that there’s something in your eye will make it clear to you. For instance, you will have a sensation of pain or discomfort. This discomfort may cause you to cry, and the tears will eventually wash away the foreign object.

You might also feel extreme blinking or tearing, or an unusual pain when looking towards the light. For some people, there’s also a feeling of pressure, along with redness in the eyes. This redness gives the eyes another name, bloodshot eyes.

How to Reduce Trouble With Foreign Objects in the Eye?

Foreign objects do not give you any primitive symptoms. They can enter your eyes during the most common everyday activities. Due to a lack of anticipation of their entrance, you have to take steps to prevent them in the first place.

In case you are performing any activities that raise the chances of foreign objects entering your eyes, then you can opt for eyeglasses. A pair of eyeglasses will block the dust, dirt or chemicals to a great extent and thus, protect you from them. For example, if you are walking on a lawn or driving in a dusty or windy area, the glasses will prevent the grass, dirt and dust from entering your eyes. Eyeglasses are also useful if you or someone around you is drilling or working with a saw and hammer, or scraping wood that may lead to sawdust all around.

How to Remove a Foreign Object From the Eye at Home?

You need to make sure that you don’t touch your eyes with unwashed hands. You should not rub your eyes, as it may lead to a foreign object causing a corneal abrasion.

Also, ensure that you don’t use any cotton swabs tweezers or sharp objects to remove the foreign object from your eyes. That may worsen your situation and may even hurt the eyeball. To find what the foreign object is, you need to check the eye properly. Look in the mirror and open your eyes widely. Pull your lower lid below and look upwards. Next, pull your upper lid up and look downwards in the mirror to check the particle.

The best solution is to wash your eyes with clean or saline water to remove the speck. In the case of chemicals, wash the eyes again and again after every 15-30 minutes.

If you’re unable to remove the foreign object from your eye or still feel discomfort afterwards, like constant blinking, watering, or swelling, it’s time to see an ophthalmologist. Don’t wait if your eye isn’t back to normal.

How Can Specscart Help?

You can protect your eyes with the help of trendy eyeglasses. It is the best way to address the ‘prevention is better than cure’ adage. Specscart makes it even better by providing free clear fully loaded lenses with any frame you purchase from us. By the term fully loaded, we mean that all lenses have anti-glare, anti-UV, anti-scratch and impact-resistant coatings that make them even more adept at protecting your eyes.