3. Corneal Abrasion

Corneal Abrasion is a scratch on the clear surface of your eye that can happen if sand or some airborne debris gets under the lens.

• This is far more common with RGP than soft lenses.


• There is a varying degree of pain or simply a foreign body sensation.


• It also happens by wearing an RGP lens with an edge defect or a soft lens that’s torn.


• If the abrasion is over a large area, immediate medical treatment is needed.