However, if the flash burn is not treated, an infection may start. Your cornea can repair itself in one to two days, and usually heals without leaving a scar. That’s why it’s sometimes called ‘welder’s flash’ or ‘arc eye’.įlash burns are like sunburn in the eye and can affect both your eyes.
It can be caused by all types of UV light, but welding torches are the most common source. A flash burn occurs when you are exposed to bright ultraviolet (UV) light. A flash burn is a painful inflammation of the cornea, which is the clear tissue that covers the front of the eye.
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