If pain persists after flushing or if poison control recommends it, the child should be seen by a physician. A corneal abrasion, which is a scratch on the cornea also needs to be ruled out. These cause persistent pain of the eye and a sensation like something is scratching the eye every time they blink. Stye - A stye is an acute infection of the glands located at the eyelid margin. There is swelling, pain, itching and redness in a small area at the lid margin.
Treatment consists of using frequent warm compresses on the eye.