Post-Holi there is rush of patients in hospitals because of skin, eye or general problems. The eyes are the most sensitive part of the body, and any chemical if goes in the eye will cause mild allergy or even severe chemical burn in the eye.

The common eye problems during the Holi include allergic conjunctivitis, chemical burn, corneal abrasion and blunt eye injury.

The colours used during Holi usually cause mild redness and irritation. If it does not go in a day or two the problem will need treatment from an ophthalmologist. One should always check if the clarity of vision is affected. If yes, then rush the patient to an eye specialist.

The particles in colour powders (shining mica particles in gulal) can cause damage to the cornea. The corneal abrasion is an emergency and one should consult the doctor. The patient will have pain and watering from the eye and if not treated in time it can cause ulcer or infection in the eye.

The balloons used by children during Holi are most dangerous and can cause blunt eye injury. There can be bleeding within the eye, lens subluxation, macular edema or retinal detachment. These can lead to the loss of vision or loss of the eye. These are all eye emergencies and should be taken care of as early as possible.