What Causes Pink Eye?
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8. Foreign Object
If any foreign object, such as an eyelash or debris from outside, gets into a person’s eye, irritation of the eye can occur leading to pink eye. The object does not need to be allergy-inducing to cause this effect. The discomfort will not subside until the debris is successfully removed.
Often, foreign objects get stuck under the eye’s upper eyelid. Flushing out the affected eye with water can help dislodge the object and clear the eye. Rubbing the eyes can make the irritation worse. It may be beneficial to apply antibiotic eyedrops as a precautionary measure.
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