BlackSheep grounded

[BlackSheep214]

Looks like resuming any kit building is on hold temporarily. Yesterday, I decided to clean the gas grill using Easy Off Grill Cleaner Foam. As I was applying it to various parts of the grill, I experienced some droplets getting into my right eye. Never bothered me before since it was a small amount.

So, I let it soak and do it’s work while I ran errands until I noticed 45 minutes to an hour later, I started noticing dark green floaters in m6 right eye. When I got home, I immediately flushed my eyes with water, put some refresh drops in, waited more and flushed eyes again. Next thing I noticed, I’m getting a million tiny specks of dots floaters in my right eye and looking thru my right eye alone throw in a light fog for good measures. Picture that.

I got concerned and did a telemedicine via phone and got a doctor from Alabama (WTF?!?) Doc told me use Visine every 4 hours.

This morning vision no better so I called my eye doctor. Was told there was no doctor to see me and hung up on me. Now I’m getting pissed..
The missus suggested I call my primary doctor. Explained the situation and told me besides the Visine, get natural tears.

Then missus suggested I go to urgent care. Now I’m getting frustrated. So I go. I explained everything to the PA and she would check my eyes. They swabbed each of my eyes and both were normal. They put a dye to see if there’s any chemicals in m6 eye. None were found. They ordered a prescription of ofloxican drops - 2 drops, twice a day. I was also suggested I go to an eye doctor for a follow-up. No dice on first call since I tried to set up an appointment with them because I haven’t been there in 7 years. So another doc has accepted me to see him tomorrow morning. Might as well and see what he says and treatment plan.

I actually broke down this morning out of frustration and fear of going blind. 5he good news the pa at urgent care said I did everything right. I’m so stressed out I can’t relax.

I went for a walk with the missus and dog this afternoon and it kind of settled my mind a bit.

[keavdog]

Maybe give the poison control center a call. A bit late for that, but they may have some additional information. I had a similar experience when I used to mix concrete as a boy. Spraying water in the mixer and a clump of cement fell of a blade and I got a face full. Stung right away though and had blurry vision in one eye for a couple days. Cleared up on it's own, but I wore the face shield from then on!
Hope you turn a corner soon.

[Duke Maddog]

Blacksheep, I'll be praying for a swift and full recovery. It's always scary when something like this happens. As a rule, if anything comes even close to my eyes, I immediately wash my face and eyes to insure nothing goes wrong.

Take care and my best wishes for a swift recovery.

[Stikpusher]

My oldest harps about using safety gear in all I do. But when something like this happens, you do become something of a believer.

[BlackSheep214]

Yeah, the missus has already harped on me I shoulda wore glasses. I’m already regretting I cleaned the grill yesterday. Hopefully, tomorrow will give me a much needed peace of mind.

[LyleW]

Dude, that sucks. I know...lost use of ny right eye when I was seven. It sounds like it is under control for now! Praying for a full recovery.

Be patient with it and carry on!

[Stuart]

I've had petrol sprayed in my eye twice so I kind of now how you feel - I hope you get it all cleared up ASAP! Let us know how you get on - I'll be keeping you in my thoughts!

[Tojo72]

Sorry to hear,especially with everything else going,get well soon.

[tempestjohnny]

Keep your head up. A positive mind can help with a problem. Might not fix it but it keeps you sane.

[Floki]

I hope your vision gets better, always a good Idea to wear safety glasses. I saved my eyes with safety glasses many times. The worst was I was pulling the sludge out of the kolene, it's a molten salt bath I work with at 900F. Something happend and I got splashed in the face with it just a few tiny drops. My glasses stopped it but it did burn through them after a few minutes. Of course the safety director asked why j wasn't wearing a full face shield, he didn't like it when I told him that he never gave me one.