If the white part of your eye is scratched, you may see a spot of blood, a scratched line or an area of general redness on your conjunctiva or sclera. If you have scratched your eye, you shouldn’t use any eye drops without asking a doctor first.

A Champagne cork can fly up to 50 mph as it leaves the bottle — fast enough to shatter glass. If the cork hits an eye, it can cause bleeding, abrasions and even glaucoma. Follow these tips from the American Academy of Ophthalmology to prevent a serious eye injury when openin…