Title: What should I do if there is sand in my eyes? Popular first aid guides on the Internet
Recently, topics related to "foreign objects in the eyes" have aroused heated discussions on social platforms. Especially in summer, when windy and sandy weather and outdoor activities increase, such accidents occur frequently. The following is a first aid guide compiled based on hot data from the entire network in the past 10 days to help you quickly respond to emergencies.
1. Popularity data of related topics on the entire network in the past 10 days
| platform | Hot search keywords | Number of discussions (10,000) | core concerns |
|---|---|---|---|
| #Cycling fans are in danger of crashing into cars# | 12.8 | Outdoor sports protection | |
| Douyin | "Self-rescue method for confused eyes" | 9.3 | First aid skills demonstration |
| Zhihu | Corneal injury cases | 5.2 | Medical Consequence Warning |
2. Correct processing steps (structured plan)
| steps | Operating Instructions | Taboo |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Calm down and close your eyes | Stop rubbing your eyes immediately, close your eyes and let the tears flow naturally | Do not force your eyes to open |
| 2. Rinse with water | Rinse your eyeballs with artificial tears or cool water | Avoid using tap water |
| 3. Cotton swab assistance | After opening your eyelids, use a moist cotton swab to lightly touch the foreign matter | Do not scratch hard |
| 4. Indications for medical treatment | If pain persists for more than 1 hour, seek medical attention | Risks of delaying treatment |
3. TOP3 effective folk remedies tested by netizens (data source: Xiaohongshu)
| method | support rate | Applicable scenarios |
|---|---|---|
| blink stimulation | 78% | tiny grains of sand |
| Steam eye smoke method | 65% | Adhesive foreign body |
| Partner air blowing | 53% | Pediatric patients |
4. Doctor’s professional advice
Wang Liang, deputy director of the Ophthalmology Department of Beijing Tongren Hospital, emphasized in a recent interview:"90% of corneal scratches are caused by improper handling", pointing out these common misunderstandings:
1. Wipe your eyelids with a dirty handkerchief
2. Believe in the folk remedy of "licking out foreign objects with your tongue"
3. Use eye drops to wash away chemical particles yourself
5. List of essential first aid items
| Items | Bringing advice | alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Single bottle of artificial tears | Backpack ready | saline |
| Disinfectant swab | 5 bottles to carry with you | Sterile gauze |
| goggles | While riding/construction | sunglasses |
Conclusion:According to Baidu Health big data, the number of medical visits due to foreign objects in the eyes increased by 40% month-on-month in June. Mastering the correct treatment method can not only avoid secondary damage, but also effectively prevent infection. It is recommended to collect this article and share it with relatives and friends who often do outdoor activities.
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