Why do my eyes sting and burn intensely after working with pink fiberglass insulation?
1. Introduction The intense stinging and burning in the eyes after working with pink fiberglass insulation is a direct consequence of acute mechanical trauma and severe localized inflammation caused by microscopic shards of spun glass. Fiberglass is composed of millions of ultra-fine, razor-sharp silica glass threads. When this material is disturbed, cut, or installed, it … Read more