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Light Superficial Burns Eye Caused Ultraviolet Rays Arc

Front What can cause superficial light burns on the eye?
Back These can be caused by ultraviolet rays from an arc welding unit, light from prolonged exposure to a sunlamp, or reflected light from a bright snow-covered area. These injuries often become painful 3 to 5 hours after exposure.

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