Can a burn injury to the eye from a cigarette butt heal on its own?
Feb 14, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Cui Xin
Introduction
An eye burn from a cigarette butt usually does not heal on its own. If the burn is mild, the eye should be rinsed with clean water to prevent bacterial infection and promote healing. If the burn is severe, medical treatment at a hospital is typically required for recovery. In particular, cases involving eyelid defects or serious eyelid damage may require surgical repair or suturing to restore normal function and appearance.
Burns to the eye from a cigarette butt usually do not heal on their own.
The eyeball is the main part of the visual organ. If burned by a cigarette, eye tissues are typically damaged, and such damage generally does not resolve spontaneously. In mild cases, it is usually necessary to rinse the eye with clean water to prevent bacterial infection and promote healing. In more severe cases, medical treatment at a hospital is required for recovery. Particularly in cases of eyelid defects or serious eyelid injuries, surgical repair or suturing may be needed to restore function and structure.
After an eye burn from a cigarette, it is recommended to promptly go to a hospital for medication-based cleaning of the ocular surface to remove any residual ash or contaminants from the cigarette.
