I cannot say that it would definitely hurt you - I think it depends our your eye's natural defenses. Some people swim daily with eyes open - others can't tolerate it. You have some troublesome symptoms so have a complete eye exam with ophthalmologist. The symptoms may have nothing to do with the water or possibly related. Hard to say.
MJK MD
It is very unlikely that you've hurt your eyes washing them with water. You need to see a MD ophthalmologist to evaluate your complaint and also to take care of the retina problem.
JCH III MD
I also would like to add that I have alot of pains in my eye. I want to see an ophthalmologist, but what if it's more of a Retina problem? That's why I came to here to discuss about my Symptons , so I could know where I can exactly go to.
An ophthalmologist or Eye MD physician is equiped to diagnose and treat many retinal problems. It is "overkill" to start out with a retina specialist (who are less skilled and experienced than general ophthalmoloigsts in glaucoma, cornea, oculoplastics, etc). See a good general ophthalmologist. In the USA find one at www.aao.org
JCH III MD