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Bengaluru: As many as 186 firecracker-related eye injuries, including 103 involving children, were reported between Sunday and Wednesday in the city.Hospitals across Bengaluru treated patients for corneal abrasions and tears, conjunctival congestions, tears in the eyelids, singed eyelashes, and soot particles embedded in the eye. While most of the injuries were mild and superficial, a few required surgical intervention.At Minto Hospital, 44 injuries (21 children and 23 adults) were reported acro ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Every year, eye injuries such as burns, irritation, and corneal abrasions surge in the city during Deepavali as firecrackers lead to accidents, especially among children. If not attended to quickly, the injuries can even lead to vision loss. As the season kicks in, ophthalmologists have issued some guidelines for a safe and injury-free festival.At Minto Ophthalmic Hospital, the govt-run eye hospital, the number of outpatients during Deepavali surged in 2024. While there were only 15 i ...Read More >
CHENNAI: With Deepavali approaching, doctors have urged the public to take extra precaution while handling fireworks to avoid eye injuries. Experts say improper handling often leads to accidents, with eyes being one of the most affected areas. According to Dr S Soundari, regional head of clinical services, Dr Agarwal's Eye Hospital, Chennai, most injuries reported during the festive season have a direct impact on the eyes. "Eyes are the second most affected area after hands and fingers. Many o ...Read More >
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