I'm sorry to hear about the pain from your eye scratch. Eye injuries can be sensitive and require careful attention.

Here are some important steps you should follow:

• Avoid rubbing or touching the eye to prevent further irritation or infection.
• Rinse the eye gently with clean, sterile saline solution or clean water to remove any debris if present.
• Do not use any eye drops or medications without consulting a doctor, especially since some products require a prescription.
• Avoid wearing contact lenses until the eye has healed and a doctor advises it is safe.
• Protect your eye from bright light and avoid straining it.

Since the scratch is painful, it is important to see an ophthalmologist (eye specialist) promptly. They can examine the eye thoroughly, assess the extent of the injury, and prescribe appropriate treatment such as medicated eye drops or ointments to prevent infection and promote healing.

If you experience worsening pain, vision changes, increased redness, or discharge, seek emergency care immediately.

For now, avoid self-medicating and consult an ophthalmologist as soon as possible to ensure proper care and prevent complications.To narrow down potential causes, we will need some more information.I understand you're in pain from a scratch on your eye after a workplace accident. To give you the best advice, could you please tell me your age and gender?