Health Tip: Recognize Signs of Corneal Abrasion

(HealthDay News) -- Doctors call a scratch on your eye a "corneal abrasion."

It's important to see your doctor if you have any of these possible warning signs, provided by the American Academy of Family Physicians:

• Pain in your eye.
• A gritty feeling, as if you had sand in your eye.
• Blurry vision.
• More tears than usual.
• Redness of the eye.
• Sensitivity to light.