If you have a scratched eye, its important to seek medical attention from an ophthalmologist as soon as possible. However, there are some things you can do before you get medical help. Here are some dos and donts for caring for a scratched eye based on the search results:

Dos:

• Rinse your eye with saline solution or clean water to remove any foreign objects that may have gotten into your eye.
• Blink frequently to help flush out any foreign particles that may have gotten into your scratched eye.
• Wear sunglasses to protect your eye from light if its sensitive due to the scratch.

Donts:

• Rub your eye, as this can make the scratch worse.
• Touch your eye with anything, including fingers or cotton swabs.
• Use any eye drops without first asking a doctor.

Its important to note that most corneal abrasions and eye scratches are minor and will heal on their own in a few days. However, if youre in a lot of pain, are having trouble seeing, or are worried about your eye, seek medical attention right away. Your ophthalmologist may treat an eye scratch with antibiotic eye drops or ointment, prescribe steroid eye drops to reduce inflammation and reduce the chance of scarring, or give you lubricating eye drops to make you more comfortable.