Foreign object sensation - Treatment in Pune
Dr Rajeev Raut Eye Clinic Raut Eye Care

Foreign object sensation (FOS) is a feeling of something being in the eye which is not actually there. It can include a feeling of grittiness, aching, burning, stinging, or irritation.FOS is usually caused by an underlying condition such as dry eye syndrome, blepharitis, and allergies.FOS can be very uncomfortable and can cause blurred vision or eye fatigue.If left untreated, FOS can lead to more serious conditions such as infection and scarring.Proper diagnosis and treatment of FOS is important in order to prevent further damage to the eye.Treatment of FOS may include artificial tears, topical antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory medications.

1. Do you experience a feeling of something being stuck in your eye?
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2. Do you feel pain or discomfort in your eye?
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3. Do you experience any irritation or redness in the eye?
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2. Dry eye syndrome
3. Allergies
4. Eye infection
5. Corneal abrasion
6. Trauma to the eye
7. Inflammation
8. Contact lens irritation
9. Blepharitis
10. Eyelid growths or tumors
11. Foreign body in the eye

1. Medical Treatment
1. Artificial Tears: Artificial tears are eye drops that can be used to lubricate the eyes and provide relief from dryness and irritation.
2. Warm Compresses: Warm compresses can be used to soothe the eyes and provide relief from the irritation caused by the foreign object sensation.
3. Lid Hygiene: Keeping the eyelids clean and free of debris can help reduce the irritation caused by the foreign body sensation.
4. Steroid Drops: Steroid drops can be used to decrease inflammation and reduce the irritation caused by the foreign body sensation.
5. Antibiotic Ointment: Antibiotic ointment can be used to treat any bacterial infection or inflammation that may be causing the foreign body sensation.
6. Over the Counter Eye Drops: Over the counter eye drops can be used to help reduce the irritation caused by the foreign body sensation.
2. Surgical Treatment
1. Removal of foreign body: This involves the direct removal of any foreign object that may be present in the eye.
2. Corneal abrasion: This is the use of a surgical instrument to scrape away the superficial layers of the cornea in order to remove the foreign object.
3. Corneal grafting: This involves replacing the damaged area of the cornea with a healthy donor cornea.
4. LASIK: This is a type of laser eye surgery used to reshape the cornea and improve vision. It can also be used to remove foreign objects from the eye.
5. Vitrectomy: This is a procedure in which a surgeon removes the vitreous humor and any objects that may be present in the eye.
6. Irrigation and aspiration: This involves using a syringe to flush out the foreign object and then using a vacuum device to aspirate it out of the eye.
3. Home Remedies
1. Artificial Tears: Artificial tears are eye drops that can be used to lubricate the eyes and provide relief from foreign object sensation.
2. Warm Compress: Applying warm compresses to the eye can help reduce the sensation of a foreign body by loosening debris or other objects stuck in the eye.
3. Massage: Massaging the eyelid can help stimulate the tear glands to produce more tears and help flush out any debris or foreign objects stuck in the eye.
4. Reduce Allergens: Allergens such as dust, pet dander, and smoke can irritate the eyes and cause foreign object sensation. Reducing contact with these allergens can help reduce the sensation.
5. Eyelid Scrub: An eyelid scrub is a gentle way to cleanse the eyelids and remove any debris or foreign objects stuck in the eye.
6. Eye Ointment: Eye ointments can be applied to the eye to provide lubrication and relief from foreign object sensation.