Is this an eye infection or an allergic reaction? Helppp!!!?

Question

Hi, I was reading online that is good for the bags under the eyes to put potatoe slices for 15 minutes. So last night, I decided to do that and put two slices without washing them. The potatoes had two little black things inside. After the 15 minutes, my eyes TURNED RED and very itchy and started to swell; some little balls appeared on my eyes and I looked very swelled.

Was this an allergic reaction to the potatoe or it was rotten or something like that???

This morning I woke up better, my eyes looked better.

Answer 1

AAAGGGHHH! Never do that again lol! I have an allergic reaction to raw potatoes, much like you described. Before I was aware of this, I broke out in a swollen rash everywhere I touched my face. I can't really explain why, but if I want to make homemade french fries, I have to wash my hands repeatedly, and make sure I don't touch my face. Good to know I'm not alone:) Take some benadryl, that might help with the swelling (Green Box Benadryl works best for me).