a Physician at the University Health Clinic

What brings you to the clinic today? I think some dirt flew into my eye or sth.
Well, it looks like you have a small abrasion on your cornea. An abrasion is a scratch on the surface of your eye.

You’d better be careful with the eye because it’s vulnerable to infection.
I’m gonna apply an antibacterial ointment now, before you leave the office, and the nurse will give you some to take home.

Now, wear this patch until the swelling goes down. I’m also gonna give you a prescription for some eye drops.

Remember it! Don’t do any strenuous activity for the next few days, so as not to further irritate or expose your eye to anything that is at risk.