My eyes were stabbed and there were a lot of red bloodshot

Our eyes are very fragile. If a foreign object enters our eyes, we will feel very uncomfortable. It is a typical situation that the eyes are pierced and there are many red blood vessels. We often encounter similar things in our daily lives. The key is to deal with them correctly and avoid some wrong practices that cause greater harm to our eyes. Let’s take a look below.

1.Blows , falls, and traffic accidents are common causes of eye contusions. The tissues around the eye sockets are rich in blood vessels. When subjected to blunt force, it is easy to cause subcutaneous bleeding and purple lumps, intraocular hemorrhage, orbital fractures, corneal and scleral ruptures, retinal detachment, etc.

Common mistake: Applying heat right away. If it is general eyelid bruising or bleeding. Do not apply massage or hot compress immediately after injury. So as not to aggravate subcutaneous hematoma.

Correct approach: After an eye contusion, you should first apply cold compress, 3 to 4 times a day; start applying hot compress 48 hours after the bleeding stops, 3 to 4 times a day, each time for 15 minutes. If there is emphysema in the corner of the bleeding eye, avoid blowing your nose. If you find bleeding in the affected eye, or if the pain does not ease or your vision deteriorates after taking the above measures, you should go to the hospital for a comprehensive examination in time.

2. Most of them are caused by setting off firecrackers, playing with slingshots, and direct injuries from knives, scissors, glass, etc., which can cause damage to intraocular tissue or even prolapse. In particular, corneal penetrating injuries caused by some foreign objects will bring a large number of bacteria into the eye, causing endophthalmitis, panophthalmitis and even intracranial infection, which is life-threatening.

Common mistake: sending contents back into the eye socket. Or rinse with water. Both of these approaches are unacceptable and will only increase the damage or cause infection.

Correct approach: Use a lid of appropriate size, disinfect it, cover the injured eye and bandage it, then rush to the hospital for emergency treatment; try to avoid bumps and lowering the head during transportation to prevent further loss of eye contents.

3. Foreign body injuries are also common. When a foreign object enters the eye, the injured eye will experience foreign body sensation, pain, photophobia, tearing, decreased vision, conjunctival congestion, etc., and in severe cases, corneal perforation may occur.

Common mistake: Rubbing too hard can make the injury worse.

The correct way to do it: Use a sterilized cotton swab dipped in saline to gently wipe off the foreign matter, and then put in antibiotic eye drops. If the foreign body is difficult to remove, you should consult an ophthalmologist.

4. Injury caused by chemical solutions or gases coming into contact with the eyes. It can be divided into two categories: acidic and alkaline damage.

Common mistakes: Covering your eyes and rubbing them with your hands.

Correct approach: Rinse eyes with plenty of water without delay. If conditions permit, acid burns can be rinsed with 3% baking soda water. Alkaline burns can be rinsed with 3% boric acid water, which will be more effective. When flushing, you should open the eyelids, rotate the eyeballs, and flush for at least 30 minutes. You can also soak the injured person's head in a basin and open and close his eyes repeatedly. After flushing, send to the hospital for further treatment in time.

5. Excessive use of eyes causes eye fatigue and blurred vision.

Common mistakes: Covering your eyes and rubbing them with your hands.

Correct approach: Combine work and rest, move your hands, feet and torso outside the operating room, take a walk, do some radio gymnastics, and take active rest. Keep the skin on your face and hands clean, do eye exercises, and get enough sleep.