First Aid
Reacting Correctly to Injuries
The eye is a sensitive organ. It can remove small foreign bodies such as dust, insects, or liquid by watering or blinking. However, in cases of serious accidents, burns, chemical burns, cuts, or other trauma, consult our doctors immediately.
Foreign Bodies in the Eye
If a small foreign body enters the eye, it reacts by watering, turning red, and itching. The foreign body is often “washed” away. If this does not happen, you should flush the eye under flowing tap water. If this does not alleviate the complaint, consult our doctors immediately.
Chemical Burns
Chemical burns caused by aggressive liquids, lye, or acid must be treated immediately. The sensitive parts of the eye – the cornea and conjunctiva – can otherwise be destroyed within seconds.
You should flush the affected eye immediately and abundantly under flowing water to remove the harmful substance. If the eyelids have clamped together, pull and hold them apart. Continue flushing the eyes on the way to the doctor’s office or hospital. As an alternative to water, you may also use other liquids such as coffee, tea, or mineral water. Always consult a doctor in the case of a chemical burn.
Burns
In the event of burns caused by jets of flame or explosions, you should proceed as with chemical burns: flush the eyes immediately with abundant, clear water. Consult our doctors immediately for such injuries. On the way to the office, cover both eyes with sterile bandages. This applies in particular to cases of open wounds in the eye area.
