If the smooth inside part of the eyelid comes down over the cornea and scrapes over an object in the cornea, involuntary eye blinking will cause pain and possibly further damage. All chemical exposures require immediate flushing of the eye with a gallon or more of fresh water for at least 10 minutes. Consult your doctor about treatment with available medications. The terminology of eye injuries. Medicine is a constantly changing science and not all therapies are clearly established.
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