Corneal Abrasion Symptoms & Diagnosis

Symptoms

Symptoms may include:

Pain that may worsen when opening or closing the eye
A feeling that a foreign object is in your eye
Blurred vision
Tearing
Redness
Sensitivity to light
Headache

Diagnosis

The doctor will ask about your symptoms and perform an eye exam. The doctor will look for any foreign objects in the eye and may place drops in your eye to make you more comfortable and to aid in seeing the scratch under a special light. You will usually be referred to an eye specialist.

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