T15.92

Clinical Causes: Workplace accidents involving dust, metal shavings, or sawdust Accidental contact with foreign objects like eyelashes, dirt, or debris while outdoors or during activities Eye rubbing with contaminated hands or objects Use of faulty or unclean eye cosmetics or contact lenses Trauma from sports or accidents where foreign material is introduced into the eye

Key Symptoms: Sudden feeling of something in the eye Redness and irritation on the affected side Tearing or increased tear production A scratchy or gritty sensation Sensitivity to light (photophobia) Blurred vision or difficulty seeing clearly Presence of visible debris or foreign object upon examination Swelling of the eyelids or conjunctiva

Diagnosis Path: Visual inspection with slit-lamp microscopy to identify and locate the foreign object Use of fluorescein dye to detect corneal abrasions or embedded objects Gently examining the eyelids and conjunctiva for embedded debris Avoiding pressure on the eye to prevent further damage In some cases, imaging techniques such as X-ray or ultrasound may be used if the object is suspected to be metallic or deeply embedded

Treatment Protocols: Rinsing the eye with sterile saline or clean water to flush out loose debris Using fine forceps or sterile swabs to carefully extract embedded foreign objects, typically performed by an eye care specialist Applying topical anesthetic drops to numb the eye during removal Treatment of corneal abrasions or surface injuries with antibiotic eye drops or ointments to prevent infection Providing analgesics to alleviate discomfort Using protective eye patches or bandages if necessary Follow-up visits to monitor healing and detect any complications