HELP! Feels like something is in my eye

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i have been having an issue with my left eye for a week now

it feels like there is something in my left eye but there is nothing there

when i focus on something it goes but then comes back

what could it be as its been just under a week and still can feel something in eye

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    I once had something similar because of my constant allergy to pollen, dust, and dander. From what you describe, this sounds like a initial phase of a form of irritation called pterygium. Best would be to see your eye doctor as soon as possible.

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    It could be a tiny swelling on the eyelid caused by meibomian gland blockage. Take a close careful look at the edge of the eyelid that rubs on the eye. Can you see a very tiny bump? Its amazing how that can irritate. If you can see it, try dipping a cotton bud in vaseline and gently rubbing along the edge. If you can see any bump then as Bernipes has said it could be the start of a pterygium or even dry eye. You could also try getting some lubricating drops from your chemist/pharmacy. Ask for Hypromellose drops. If nothing helps then do see your doctor.

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