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What causes eye pain after being hit by a toy bullet?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have severe pain in and around the eye after I got hit by a toy gun bullet unexpectedly. There is a slight redness in the cornea and a pricking sensation below the eye ball.

Answered by Dr. Priyanka

Hello,

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As it is a blunt trauma, you have to be treated immediately. Pain is a significant symptom which needs to be evaluated soon because it could be due to superficial tears or abrasions. You will need a slit lamp examination. Later, you will also need a retina screening to be done. I suggest you consult an ophthalmologist so that he/she can examine your eye under magnification. Until then you can take these medicines which includes eye drops Moxifloxacin three to four times a day. Eye drops Systane Ultra (lubricant eye drops) twice a day and Tablet Paracetamol once a day.

Answered byDr. Priyanka

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At July 16, 2017
Reviewed AtApril 23, 2024

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