Increasing cases of glue used as eye drops in U.S

A rising number of people in the U.S. are mistakenly using nail or eyelash glue instead of eye drops. This trend has been noted by ophthalmologists, who report that these incidents occur in waves. In late 2024, a woman shared her experience of accidentally squirting nail glue into her eyes, highlighting the issue. Medical experts emphasize the importance of reading labels to avoid such mistakes. While these incidents typically do not cause permanent damage, they require immediate medical attention. Flushing the eye with water is recommended, but patients may experience pain for several days.