USE GOOD SUNGLASSES- TO PROTECT EYES

USE GOOD SUNGLASSES- TO PROTECT EYES

Use good sunglasses: Just as sunscreen ensures that the sun's UV rays don't harm our skin, UV treated lenses block those same rays from damaging our eyes. Overexposure to ultraviolet light is thought to cause cataracts, retinal damage and other eye problems. The ideal summer sunglasses are those with a wrap-around frame to keep the sun and the dust out. Typically ultraviolet light tends to reflect off water and snow. If you are planning to indulge in water sports be sure to use a good pair of sunglasses. If not, usually the eye turns red by evening and, in sensitive cases, the cornea may even get injured. .Protective clear glasses: Outdoor activities like camping are now common. But, when chopping wood or cooking around a camp fire, be sure to use clear protective glasses. Often flying embers, especially in a stiff wind, can lead to severe burns that could have been avoided. In outdoor sports like cycling and dirt biking, the eyes are likely to be hit by flying debris. Foresight and a little care will go a long way in letting you enjoy your vacation safely.

Pool protection: Cool water and blue pool can be very inviting on a hot day. But make sure you do not forget your goggles. In summer, the incidence of skin infection in swimming pools increases so most pools will increase the amount of chlorine or other chemicals to keep the water safe. This often leads to irritation in the eyes. Use your goggles and wash your eyes with fresh water the minute you get out of the pool. Lubricating drops: It's not only the skin that dries out in summer. Even the eyes tend to do that. Lubricating drops are the ideal solution. Ideally the drops should be preservative free and fortunately many are now available off the shelf. Use the drops freely to keep the eyes comfortable.

                                                                     Prof. John Kurakar