Prominent eye

I have a paper cut in one eye about 4 years ago i noticed some changes in vision at the time.  Went to an eye hospital A&E and was given antibiotics and lotions.  I went back a couple of times because the eye was dry at night on the last visit they said there was no evidence of damage and if i was worried to see an optician the next time.  I was also concerned because the eye seemed more pronounced than normal.  Looking at historic photos i think one was always a bit more set forward but it was more noticable.

Anyway went to the option who said eyes were fine - i said the old injured one felt a bit irritated but he said this was probably historic he couldnt see any scaring.

I forgot about it for about 18 months but recently have started to notice again that one eye is further forward.  Its really bothering me a lot - its all i notice when i look in a mirror.  

Is it possible the shape of the eye could have changed as a result of the scratch - i think before it was 20/20 now its slightly nearsighted - but dont need glasses - the other eye is 20/20.  Or am i obsessing about this?  Any thoughts appreciated.  I am 38.

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

A scratch on the eye will not change the shape of the eye. But if the eyelids move up or down or the eye moves forward or back it can be a sign of serious eye/orbit problems. See an Eye MD soon. In the US find one at www.aao.org

Have the Eye MD look at you before any drops are put in your eye.  Take in an old photos full face that demonstrate how they have changed.

JCH III MD