Articles for tag: Cornea, Eye Injuries

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First Aid for a Cut in the Eye

A cut in the eye, medically known as a corneal abrasion, is among the most common eye injuries that people get. The cornea, which is the clear coating on the front of the eye to protect the iris and vision, can be damaged due to dust in the eye, floating particles, or even a paper ...

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Makeup for Kids: Is It Safe?

Shows like, “Toddlers in Tiaras” have really brought the when-should-little-girls-wear-make-up debate to the forefront. Once a question motivated by the pleas of tiny princesses idolizing mommies, makeup has now become a mainstream trend for kids that can’t even talk yet. I’m not going to lie, while I find this trend absolutely deplorable, on occasion some ...

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Common Chihuahua Health Problems

Chihuahuas are one of the most popular toy dog breeds in the world. These tiny dogs are energetic and loving companions who tend to be a long-lived and healthy. The Chihuahua breed does suffer from a few breed-specific problems, however. Patellar Luxation Patellar luxation, or kneecap dislocation, is a common congenital health problem in the ...

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How to Clean Guinea Pig Cages

The advantages of getting your guinea pigs big cages is that you don’t have to clean them as often and your pets have enough room to root around in and jump about. You can also often add ramps or little chewable nests that the guinea pig can jump on top of and thus a cage ...