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Originally Posted by oldred
Fellows going to an Ophthalmologist is always good advice but at this point I would not think it necessary. In the nearly forty years I have been welding I have seen a heck of a lot of flash burns (had my share too  ) and if he is up and around this quick with no worse symptoms than he is describing then his was not a really bad case. Other than some antibiotics, probably not necessary at this point, and some pain meds there is not much for a doc to do now anyway and I think in just a few hours he is going to be feeling much better. HOWEVER!!! if the symptoms get worse or there is any swelling of the surrounding skin the go to a doctor! |
I understand your point and although you are likely correct I would not take that chance with my eyes
At the very least he should call!
There may appear to be no permanent damage but visualize life black!
