Air pollution are causing several ocular allergies, including dry eyes and conjunctivitis.
Due To The Increased Particulate Matter In The Air In Winter Days, Cases Of Dry Eyes And Acute Conjunctivitis In Hospitals Have Rapidly Increased
Pollutants Like Nitrogen Dioxide, Sulfur Dioxide, And Nitric Oxide Can Cause Irritation And Inflammation
A Gradual Increase In CO And CO2 Can Lead To Discomfort In Vision
Dr. Himanshu Garkoti, an Ophthalmologist at RML hospital, said that during the morning hours, the risk of getting allergic inflammation is higher, as well as in the evening due to dense smog
Water flushes out all the toxins and helps the eyes in tear formation, which is essential to prevent dry eyes and to get rid of irritants that may be present underneath the eyelids.
Dr. Sandeep Buttan, The Technical Lead At EHHSS In Sightsavers India, Recommends Drinking A Lot Of Water To Stay Hydrated
Another Simple Practice To Prevent Ocular Allergies Is To Blink Your Eyes Properly, Because While Blinking A Special Protective Tear Film Is Produced Which Provides The Eyes With Moisture And Prevents Pollutants To Get Settled
It Is Also Important To Have A Healthy Diet That Includes Plenty Of Vitamin A And Omega-3 Fatty Acid Content In Addition To Green Vegetables And Fruits
Reducing Screen Time Is Also Important & Proper Hygiene Like Washing Hands, And Face With Clean Water And Avoiding Heavy Eye
Makeup Or Removing The Eye Makeup Properly Is Also Very Important To Avoid Allergies And Infections
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