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How to Sleep with a Scratched Eye?

Conclusion

Corneal abrasion is a minor injury that can be caused by just doing random things in the house or when playing sports or even when working in some industries. The pain in the eye can be overbearing and can make sleeping very difficult. Rinsing of the eye, use of pain relief drugs, use of eye drops, avoiding rubbing, making use of dim light, and avoiding sleeping on the affected side help you to get a good sleep and quickens the healing process. In order to avoid getting a scratched cornea, wear proper safety gear with proper fitting while working and playing, avoid keeping long fingernails, always wash your hands before using your contact lens, and make sure to change your contact lens every 3 months lastly go for a regular eye checkup.

References

[1] https://www.healthline.com/health/hazy-vision

[2] https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/drugs/11086-non-steroidal-anti-inflammatory-medicines-nsaids

[3] https://www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/eye-infections.htm