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… Overview Ultraviolet (UV) light can cause serious flash … to the ultraviolet light. Symptoms include: Eye pain. A feeling that something is in the … light ( photophobia ). Tearing. Ultraviolet injuries to the eyelids usually don't involve …
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… for a speck of dirt to get blown into your eye, for soap to wash into your eye, or for … bump your eye . For these types of minor eye injuries, home treatment is usually all that's … Burns to the eye Burns to the eye may be caused by chemicals, fumes, hot air or steam, …
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… 11 What is ultraviolet radiation? Ultraviolet (UV) … from the sun as part of the electromagnetic (light) spectrum. UV rays have wavelengths … UVA and UVB radiation can affect your skin, eyes, and immune system. UVA causes immediate …
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… swelling are common following a blow to the eye. A black eye may show up after 1 or 2 … bony eye socket that does not appear to be caused by swelling alone. Numbness around the … there was a blow to the eye, check for other injuries . Concern about the eye may cause you …
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… Actionset Overview Bright light therapy is an effective treatment for … and can be done at home. People who have eye problems or take medicines that cause … light is fluorescent, not full-spectrum or ultraviolet light. If you have any eye …
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… Overview The sunlight that reaches the earth has ultraviolet A and ultraviolet B (UVA and UVB) … wide-brimmed hat that covers your neck, ears, eyes, and scalp. It can also include …
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… used immediately after an injury. For an eye injury, use one of the following methods: … the towel from the bag and place it on the eye. Use this method when an ice pack is too heavy to put on the eye. Ice pack. Place ice in a plastic, …
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… Overview Most substances that you get in your eyes and that make your eyes burn won't cause … Do you suspect that the injury may have been caused by abuse? This is a standard question … learn more about how to treat the burn. Eye injuries in children Using first aid for a …
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… Treatment Overview Light therapy is the main treatment for … common side effects of light therapy include: Eye strain or visual disturbances. Headaches. … go away after about a week. Do not use ultraviolet light , full-spectrum light, heat …
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… All children should have a comprehensive eye examination by kindergarten entry. … activities How can I help to prevent eye injuries for my child? You can reduce the risk … sunglasses and other types of protection? Ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun can cause …
