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Originally Posted by Madelaine Amee
Am I the only person who has noticed the number of nurses in the ICUs that are wearing eye goggles along with their other protective gear. There must be a reason for this extra layer of protection.
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Yes there is a reason: the surface of the eyes are kept moist by fluid secreted by glands under the eyelids. This fluid (known as tears) flows into tear ducts in the corner of the eyes, and these ducts empty into the nose. This is why crying makes your nose run. So if you get the virus into your eyes by touching your face or rubbing your eyes, the virus will be washed into your nose and from there into your throat. Bingo....infection!