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Place these gently over an injured eye that needs more treatment to keep contaminants out. If you must tape it in place, press only on the forehead and cheek or face. NEVER press over the eye itself.

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Eye patches are useful for many injuries involving the eye. The largest use, however, is to cover up wounds so the victim doesn't look as grotesque. The second largest use may or may not be looking like a pirate.

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