I have had a red eye for 3 days with the feeling of "scratching" as if I had an eyelash constantly in my eye and it hurts. It does not run. What should I do?

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While waiting for an appointment with the optometrist (difficult during the holidays), what are my options?

Alexandre Chagnon · Accepted Answer

Hello Ma'am, Unfortunately, there are fairly few helpful options in such a situation. The best thing to do is to irrigate the eye with drops (artificial tears) until the cause of these symptoms is found. We will also try to avoid rubbing the eye and possibly leave it closed as well until your appointment to avoid irritation. The optometrist is definitely your best option at this time :) Happy day, Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist