EYE IS THE WINDOW OF THE SOUL

EYE IS THE WINDOW OF THE SOUL

 Eyes have been described as being windows of the soul. However, most of us barely realize the role our eyes play in our world unless we find ourselves jarringly made aware of this sense by being brought into contact with someone who has an infirmity or loss of vision or when our vision seems to be failing.At such times, we may find ourselves shuddering at the thought of a world without light, color, shape and beauty. An awareness of our vision, the problems that could affect our eyes, and some measures that can be applied to avoid these problems can help with caring adequately for our eyes.There are several reasons why eye care is essential for us. Some of these include:Vision is an essential sense. Our life would be incomplete if we were deprived of vision even in one eye.

·         Drinking secretly or alone.

·         Our eyes are essential to help with the performance of our daily activities so that we are able to fit in with our world and as not be a dependent burden on those close to us.

·         Eyes are essential to the full enjoyment of our life. Imagine the loss of a mother who cannot see her child’s smile, but must only receive it by touch, thereby losing out on part of the beauty of this simple emotion!

·         The cost of corrective treatment for eyes that have not been well cared for is much more than what would have been expended on preventive measures in the form of eye care.

·         Social activities would be constrained in an individual with impaired or lack of vision, though current advances in science have been fighting this effect with significant success in several areas.

As vision is so essential, a limiting of vision or the lack thereof can result in curtailment of employment and vocational opportunities. 

Annual eye check ups. These will have a professional evaluate your eyes and will ensure that any problems that are in the incipient stage are identified and arrested with appropriate treatment.

Avoid rubbing or meddling with the eyes and eyelashes. If there is a problem, such as itching or redness, consult a doctor instead of resorting to self-treatment.

·         Avoid looking directly at bright, intense sources of light.

·         Television watching should be indulged in only from a distance of 6 feet and should be restricted to 2–3 h at a stretch.

·         Avoid use of chemical substances in and around the eye. Eyeliners, eye shadows, etc., should be used minimally and with caution so as to avoid contact to the inside of the eye or the cornea.

·         Seek medical attention if you suspect your vision is diminishing. Some symptoms of problems with vision include:

Prof. John Kurakar