Hyderabad: Several eye injuries cases were reported in S D Eye Hospital for treatment. Many were hurt while setting off fireworks during the Diwali festival celebrations.
As many as 47 persons, including children, suffered varied eye injuries while engaging in firecracker activities. Fortunately, 39 patients with minor injuries were discharged after being administered antibiotics, anti-allergic medications, and anti-inflammatory drugs. Eight in serious condition are receiving care at the hospital.
Doctors stated that, some patients had burnt eyelids and complained of pain. Most incidents happened when people lit a cracker when it did not light up at once.
