Oh my, you're all in for a treat... Viewer discretion is advised, honestly. This is as real as it gets here on this channel. Enjoy! hahah =') Comment your best "eye" puns below.

Honestly I love the crying bits because everyone else is so annoyingly positive about life

When you’re a doctor and someone comes in with something “minimal” you won’t brush them off. You already are incredibly empathetic but these experiences will make you more understanding. Thank you for being vulnerable and honest with us. We love you ❤️

“I am in pain but I guess im gonna study” is med school in a nutshell (sadly) You are not being dramatic!! So sad this happened but also glad you got through it i think you handled it pretty well ❤️ stay strong 💪🏼🩺

This eye pun could not get any more cornea 👁👄👁

and let them unsubscribe - they don't deserve you and your content. most of us love you and are dedicated to every upload!!! keep killin' it! you are the future of medicine and its amazing to see future docs be human!!!

when you balanced the washcloth on your head while studying lmao. The grind never stops 😂 True dedication right there 👏🏽

Eye wish you the best with feeling better ❤️

Our Rachel is growing up lol I can't wait when she makes a vid saying she is Dr.Rachel (the best doc)

*Greatness is built when nobody else is watching.* *I don't know which stage of life you are in but I hope you never give up...* 💥

Tbh I like when you cry. Not because I enjoy your pain but it makes you and med school more relatable. A lot of ppl post the happy things, or after they have over come a hurdle. Its nice seeing you’re human with emotions and struggles. Thanks for sharing your journey!

It makes me sad that people hate on her for simple things like CRYING. Like hello, your hater has been crying since they were a baby. Don't even. You're perfect Rachel.

Girl that’s your EYE like if your gonna complain about anything in life it SHOULD be your EYE!!! Lmafo “people unsubscribe bc I cry” they cry to !! 😂😂😂😂

Eye almost spit out my drink at the transition of you holding the towel with your face tilted 😂 you're killin' me smalls!

OMG. Rachel, i was rewatching some of ur old vids when i stumbled across this gold. my daughter currently has the same. exact. problem. she's had it for over a year now. she was prescribed the same stuff u were, and she got so frustrated with the erythromycin ointment (it blurred her vision and didn't allow her to work) that she stopped putting it. it's gotten a bit better over time, but it's still a problem. we've been hesitating getting surgery because she's quite young and with its positioning, the ophthalmologist feared that the surgery might cut the tear duct in the process of taking it out (causing a whole bunch of other problems). but seeing this vid, i will rethink that decision and maybe get surgery for her. No matter what ppl say, Rachel, i can confidently tell u that u r helping and improving people's lives. thank u so much for simply existing :)

I am so excited to watch a new vlog! Your vlogs are all eye need!

me rushing to my room to check the expiration date of the eye drops i used last night... august 2022 😅 check the date peoples! good luck on your studying rachel

When Rachel cries, I cry 😢

Awww that was such a good video ! I feel for you! Sending all the love and support! My grandma always used to say “there’s more room out than in, so just let it out” and sometimes you just need to have a good cry and let it out ! ❤️ hope you’re feeling better ❤️

even with an abscess, you're still absolutely gorgeous! I'm sorry you were in so much pain, queen! you're amazing!!!

I appreciate it when you post the more negative/unenjoyable aspects of your life! It helps remind me that the down points in my life aren't weird or uniquely painful to me, that everybody has to deal with these and it doesn't mean their (or my) life is all around terrible or anything (EDIT; typo)

I’m a first year medic in Ireland and just done my exams after a year of bad health so know how hateful it is to not being at your best when studying. All the best with dedicated, take care of yourself as a priority, really loving your videos and sending good vibes!

I’m gonna start my ophto residency in couple of months and It is so motivating to see that I’m gonna be able to help people like you. I don’t know why I could watch you all day talking about pus, abscesses or anything actually. You have such a huge amount of positive energy in you! You’re my role model girl and I know you are going to be an amazing doctor!

ugh you poor thing. no need to apologize for crying EVER, sending hugs 💓💓

You poor thing! I hope your eye is much better now 😊🙏 As for the losers who threaten to unsubscribe if you cry on camera, let them take themselves out with the rest of the garbage! Bottling up our feelings isn’t healthy. You are an amazing, warm, caring, empathetic person and you deserve nothing but good people around you!

This whole week has been a complete rollercoaster for me and it came at the most wrong time. Sometimes life happens that way.

i love how natural you are not and too positive i don't really watch vlogs but you are the only one and i really enjoy watching all your up and down that tells me that life is fair not every one have this perfect life and make you feel bad about yourself of course i hope you get better and i really sad for you but remember you are not the only one for example i used to get sick literally every exam so don't say why this is happening to me believe me every one had this bad monuments and look to the bright side imagine that you got this one week before your exam. i love you and i wish all the luck in the world to be with you.

As someone who just graduated from medical school a few days ago, I can say you are in arguably one of the most stressful times of medical school, and I promise it does get better! I'm so sorry you're struggling with your eye, especially during dedicated. I have no doubt you will continue to excel, and will make a fantastic doctor one day! Just wanted to give you some encouragement to keep pushing forward!

thank you for showing this side of medical school! had the worst migraine episode of my life during my renal block assessment week and I was really struggling. I can relate to this sm

Eye have missed you so much! So happy its friday again!

Your dedication is impeccable and you are gonna make a WONDERFUL and PHENOMENAL DOCTOR!!! I'm sorry you endured this but in hindsight it shows you have amazing strength.

Totally understand the eye thing! I’m supposed to be studying for my AP bio exam but my stomachs is killing me so I’m lying in bed instead. Don’t apologize we love your authenticity!!

This is why Rachel is the best! I don't have anywhere near the courage to film the lows of med school so thank you Rachel! Step studying is crazy enough, I feel so bad😭😭

ohhhhh hunnyyyyyyy owwwwwww!!! So sorry you had to go through that, but you're right about sharing the lows while trying to maintain your work in school. I'm back in MLS school and fairly older than you, but I definitely look up to you and your standards for self-care, hard work and compassion to get me through my journey. You're a guiding light and we're all behind you!

*3 Quotes to Live By:* 🔥 *1) "Don't compare yourself to someone else, compare yourself to your yesterday's self."* 🔥 *2) “You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending”* 🔥 *3) "Once you decide your lifes purpose, you will only have to pack one thing: "Your Heart."*

Rachel, sending you a huge virtual hug. I 100% understand the distress of having something painful and awful happen to your body, let alone your face. When I was half-way through my first year of medical school, I was diagnosed with melanoma on my face. Had to undergo surgery that went on to heal and leave a huge scar. It sucks because you really can't hide it from the rest of the world, and after a week or two it really took a hit on my confidence. Thinking of you, and I hope your eyelid heals quickly from here on!

Hi Rachel. I am so sorry that this happened to you. But, please don't worry, it will get better, soon. You are strong, amazing, inspiring. You're my hero. I love you, and thanks for you're honest vlogs.

It is so healthy for you that you let yourself feel all feelings and so healthy for us to see the real side of medical school. It's so toxic when people make it seem like they're so put together all the time and glamourize med school.

You don't need to feel sorry for crying and get sad. Thanks for keeping it real. Love youuu!

Rachel, you're so beautiful! honestly, I'm envious of your courage and strength to share every part of your life, even the bad times, they help us all learn and grow.

Eye don’t know what to tell you except ... I’m so inspired by you and know you will do amazing on boards. I just got into medical school and feel so happy and excited because I will finally experience all of the fun things you’ve posted - good and bad!! Thank you for being so real 🤗

You poor thing!! I'm glad your feeling better. Nothing is worse then trying to study with that! Hope for a fast recovery!

You're such a warrior, I have a lot of respect for you. I pray your face gets back to normal. Lots of love.

Watching your videos has helped my determination and motivation to get through my 1st semester of becoming a nurse and midwife! Sending all my wishes for your exams ❤️

OH GOD RACH I MISSED YOUUUU! I HOPE YOU'RE DOING GREAT

I've never commented on a video before but just wanted to share my love!! I love your content Rachel!!

Oh my gosh, I legit want to cry for you because it looks painful 😭😭😭 Praying for you girl, we believe in you and you are still KILLING THE GAME!!! SO MUCH LOVE FROM YOUR ARMY ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

oh my gosh PLEASE DONT APOLOGIZE FOR CRYING you'll make me cry!! Rachel I literally love u when you're happy, crying, stressed, because its normal to be those things. ur the most incredible and inspiring doctor

Oh Rachel, i wanna hug you so badly right now! You‘re such a great person, and you showing your bad moments too is helping me soso much, I don‘t think you realize how much❤️ Love you!❤️

Your a trooper Rachel! Hope the eye heals quickly!

Rachel, I have a whole new level of respect for you after this vlog. I had a TON of respect and admiration for you before, but WOW you are SO brave and amazing to vlog and try to study with all that pain!!! So glad it's better now :) ❤️

Girl if you say you're sorry one more time... I got an abscess in my thumb once and i literally could not sleep from the pain! You are a fighter ❤️ Hope you get better and your studying is going smoothly and steadily you deserve the best❤️

8:48 Don’t apologise Rachel!! We’re in this with you!! We all go through tough patches and you never know who you could be helping by being real about your struggles! If people can’t handle this, that’s on them not you! Be patient with yourself and give yourself grace. Allow yourself time to work through what you gotta work through💞. We all face these kinds of moments ourselves in our lives.. what kind of human would we be if we couldn’t understand and empathise with you? Remember: Be kind to yourself, work hard and all that good stuff!👍🏼👍🏼🌸😉💞

I feel for you with the abscess. And you’re right it’s not vain. I get horrible herpes virus, like a cold sore on steroids, and I feel like an absolute monster for about 2 weeks while it’s blistering and angry. It leaves a scar every time that takes about 6 months to fade. If it was any place but my face it wouldn’t be so traumatic but it’s the first thing people see. Glad you’re recovering.

I subscribed because I saw you cry! I have been crying everyday this week. Dont worry about what others think. ❤

You have every right to be sad. This is a big deal. I recently had an abscess removal in a tricky area and the recovery was horrible. I kind of know what you are going through. You are strong and this shows big courage! Sending positive vibes your way. Happy studying.

Rachel I'm so sorry you had to experience this but thank you for sharing. As a pre-med student I thought it was super helpful that you actually explained everything that was going on. Hope you are feeling better!

damn!!! You got this! I remember that I had to get a root canal when I was studying for my MCAT and I completely ignored my pain and it just ended up getting worse and worse and my whole jaw was like swollen. I am so glad that you didn't ignore your health like I did because its really easy to do so when you're busy, I think. I hope you feel completely better soon!

So very proud that you were able to stay strong despite your hectic week and your eye. Med is no joke. It takes a lot kof hard work and dedication. Hope your eye heals fast. ❤️❤️

Omg girl. I feel for u. Going through all the hardships will pay off one day. Please get well soon. Stay safe

Ahhhhh I hope it gets better soon!!!!!! Also I hope all of your assignments and studying goes well!!!!! I'm really glad you were able to get the appointment, and that you can see better and have less pain!!!!

RACHELLLL I CRY ALL THE TIME TOO DON’T FEEL BAD ABOUT IT. I USED TO FEEL BAD ABOUT IT BUT WHEN I SAW YOU, YOU MADE ME FEEL LIKE I WAS NOT ALONE, I WAS LIKE WELL, THERE IS SOMEONE LIKE ME THAT GETS EMOTIONAL AND STUFF CAUSE YEAH WE ARE HUMANS THAT FEEL, NOT ROBOTS

Gosh the pain of a chalazion is like nothing else. When you are preparing for step one might be the worst time to get one, I really feel for you Rachel. You are doing phenomenally, your sheer determination to keep pushing through is so inspiring. There is no doubt that you will get through this. Thank you for sharing your experience. Sending lots of love from Dublin ❤️❤️❤️🍀

0:03 is my mood exactly

Omg what a hectic video!! Besides the learning and sharing your experience this was also just very exciting and a total shock to watch! Like watching a wacky medical case study episode! 🧐👍❤️

Girl, you can’t catch a break! You are so strong! Sorry you’re going through this.

Hi! Using heat on the chalazion is an effective treatment, however the way you were doing it with the cloth is a little less effective. In optometry school they teach us that you need constant heat for atleast 10-15 minutes to effectively help with this. The way you can achieve this is by using something like a boiled egg or cooked potato or anything that can keep its heat for atleast 10 minutes. This usually works a little better than a cloth, because you need to constantly get it hot again. They are also some awesome eyemasks out there that you can cook and break a little thing that is in there, and then you get a nice hot eye mask to relax with. If you get anything like this in the future, maybe this will help :) Goodluck with all the studying!

The blanket over the head while wearing sunglasses did it for me 😂 #subscribed Feel better soon!!!

What did the right eye say to the left eye ? “Between you and me there’ something that smells “ (KNEE SLAPS ALL NIGHT LONG 😂 )

Thank you for making videos ❤❤❤ it's literally the only thing keeping me alive right now 😖😖

I totally get it, you absolutly do not have to apologize !! My heart totally broke for you 😢

7:50 is such a mood. I'm currently also blanket-burrito'd and trying not to cry while studying for an exam lol

I’m a med student too and had a chalazian for an entire block-it was really annoying and distracting! I’m glad you’re doing better now

This happened to me as well and no one wanted to I&D it.. went to different ophthalmologist and I kept getting the “just do warm compresses.” I was doing hot compresses around the clock, and about 3-4 months later it finally burst! I feel your pain, but I’m glad it’s now better 💗 and you are such a trooper, we are all proud of you!

Just finished reviewing bacterial infections in microbiology class. You sharing your Staphylococcus aureus experience was very helpful. Rest during your recovery is best. My eyes get tired frequently when studying and reading the screen too much, so I record my lectures/anki card and just listen, to allow my eyes a break. Audio recordings also allow me to review/study while commuting and walking. Get well and feel better soon! Best wishes to your exams! Also studying for my boards!

I’m so happy you are finally feeling relief!!!

Eye pray that you’ll heal in no time and in comfort. Sending virtual hugs and cookies 🍪

omg poor Rachel 😥🥺 It's really frustrating when you do the things and you don't get any better. Don't listen to these people talking about you crying, it's your life and only you know how you feel about it. Big hugs from Brazil 💕🤗

Its looks like it healed so much over the course of the video. Though it is frustrating-- you are being really resilient!!!!

Thanks for showing us the good and the bad. Hope you eye heals soon!

Chalazion vs hordeolum, important to make a distinction between the two. Hordeolum-active infection in an eyelid gland. Chalazion-lump of scar tissue left over following resolution of a hordeolum. Treat a hordeolum with oral antibiotics is best (or just warm compresses if a patient declines the antibiotics). Unfortunately, antibiotic drops aren't able to penetrate into the gland where the infection is located and topical ones are much the same. For a chalazion, if a patient wants to get rid of it I refer to ophthalmology for excision. Sincerely, Your friendly neighborhood optometrist

Rachel, I emphasize with you so much and I think many people would have the same concerns & feelings you are expressing. Hang in there babe, love you!!

Omg you poor thing! I literally was in the middle of finals week when I ended up accidentally scratching my eye and got a corneal abrasion. Truly one of the worst pains of my life. Had to wear an eye patch all wk and study for finals through tears bc whenever my good eye would move, my bad eye would also move, making the pain unbearable!

Don't worry about mainly talking about your eye as it was clear from the vlog it was an issue and was your main thoughts because of the pain. I mentioned in a comment on a previous video about how I had flat foot reconstructive surgery now on both feet (right foot last year and left foot this year). For the past two years now because of the surgery and lengthy recovery (being off my foot for 2 months, starting PT, post op appointments etc.) I feel the same way about my experience with everything because I felt like all I talked about was my feet. It's understandable because we learn from our experiences and it's just amazing what I've learned about myself. I was able to apply my experience with writing a magazine article because my flatfoot case was specifically unique because of my disability but also to help others with foot pain to get it taken care of sooner rather than later (it felt therapeutic sharing my experience that way). So don't ever feel bad if your eye is what you mainly talk about because it's how you learn and grow from that experience.

Rachel, oh my goodness, please stop saying sorry about complaining. I would not be able to function if I could not see out of my eye! If people are unfollowing you because you cry, that is their loss. I think your personality and channel are such a breath of fresh air. Keep kicking butt.

Eye pain is so not fun! I'm partially blind (I basically have half an eyeball). So the vision limited is must be challenging on your end. I love the eye puns! If I am in pain, I'd tye the towel around my head/eye like a headband. Even using voiceover helps, sunglasses (like you're doing so far). You're preserving through this challenge, you got this. You managed to overcome so many hurdles!

Welcome back Rachel hope u r better ♥️♥️

Oh my gosh Rachel I can not believe that happened to your eye! It seems terrible but I’m happy that it’s healing💓 take care

I don't think I would have been able to not pop that thing myself.. kudos. Hope you're feeling a lot better!

Hope you recover soon Rach🙌🏻

Eye don’t know what to tell you. Love you and thanks for always being real 💛

So sorry about your eye. ☹️. This too shall pass. What doesn't kill us make us stronger. Ok, that's all the positive quotes I can think of right now. Take care of yourself, Rach 💕

Hey Rachel ! I have been watching your videos for a week now ; I am a med student from France and found your channel when I was feeling very bad and unmotivated to study for my exams. Although I don't understand much about the US medical school system (I tried to compare it to our system here but it is so different haha), I still enjoy watching you learn the same things I do, but overseas. I'm sorry about your eye, and I totally understand your feeling (when you can't study properly and don't feel like yourself). I understand you have some kind of big exam coming up ? Mine are in a week ! Wishing you all the best, I believe in you, you can do it and you are the best !

you're a champ Rachel. You made it through and kept killin it with school. way to go :)

Truly enjoy your very genuine videos!! Love your positive outlook 🤍

I got this during my 1st year of dental school during my finals and I understand the pain and struggle. We love you and take care of yourself ❤️

I pray your Eye heals perfectly... Goodluckkkk on your dedicated studying ☺️. You've got this👍

You poor girl! That sucks, not only feeling terrible but also having so much on your plate! Hope you get better soon and that things are able to settle down :(

Awww I think you delt with the added stress of your eye really well! I would have been through the roof and mentally unstable 10x more! But you handled it with grace! You also remind me of rachel mcadams the actress!

I had a gnarly stye in my left eye last week and it was the worst pain I felt in a long time. It popped in my sleep and when I woke up, I couldn't even open my eye bc of all the gunk that came out and dried. I'm glad you got everything figured out with it!