Autumn Eye Health Warning | 3 High Risk Eye Diseases
Time: Nov 04,2024
Medically known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca, it is a common ophthalmic disease characterized by insufficient or poor quality tears, which prevent the eyes from receiving sufficient lubrication. This situation may be caused by various factors, including prolonged exposure to electronic screens, aging, autoimmune problems, side effects of certain medications, or environmental factors. The dry air in autumn accelerates the evaporation of tears, which can easily lead to dry eye syndrome, manifested as dryness, foreign body sensation, burning, blurred vision, etc.
Preventive measures:
1. Increase indoor humidity and use a humidifier
2. Regularly massage the eyelids to promote oil secretion;
3. Drink more water and drink chrysanthemum tea and other beverages with heat clearing and vision improving effects in moderation; 4. Adequate intake of Omega-3 fatty acids can help improve tear quality;
5. Wear goggles to reduce direct exposure of the eyes to sandstorms or dry air.
Viral keratitis is a type of keratitis caused by viral infection. Although autumn is not a specific period of the disease, fluctuations in the human immune system during seasonal changes may make some people more susceptible to infection. Viral keratitis may manifest as symptoms such as red and painful eyes, photophobia, tearing, blurred vision, and in severe cases, it may also affect corneal transparency and threaten vision.
Preventive measures:
1. Wash your hands frequently, avoid rubbing your eyes, and avoid touching your eyes before touching other objects to reduce the chance of virus transmission; 2. Ensure sufficient sleep, balanced diet, moderate exercise, and enhance the body's resistance;
3. Try to avoid close contact with people known to have eye infections and avoid sharing personal items such as towels and pillowcases. 4. Wear goggles to protect your eyes in windy and dusty environments or when engaging in activities that may splash foreign objects; 5. Viral infections can sometimes start from the respiratory tract and then affect the eyes. Timely treatment can reduce complications.
Allergic conjunctivitis is a common eye disease, usually caused by allergens such as pollen, dust mites, and animal dander. Manifesting as rosy eyes, itching, tears, burning sensation, sometimes accompanied by swollen eyelids. In autumn, there is an increase in allergens such as plant pollen dust mites, which can easily trigger allergic conjunctivitis,
preventive measure
1. Pay attention to local pollen forecasts and reduce outdoor activities; 2. Use an air purifier to regularly clean bedding and curtains to reduce dust; 3. Wear well sealed goggles when going out to block allergens such as pollen; 4. Use a humidifier to maintain appropriate indoor humidity and reduce eye dryness. 5. Wash hands frequently, do not rub eyes, and avoid contact between hand bacteria and allergens; For people with a history of allergies, they can prepare anti allergic drugs in advance under the guidance of a doctor, such as over-the-counter eye drops.
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