Air pollution has a bad effect on the eyes, take care of them with the methods suggested by the doctor

Due to the ever-increasing air pollution, Delhi-NCR and its surrounding areas are now covered with a blanket of smog. Since Monday morning, people are seeing only smog everywhere. At this time, the air quality of Delhi and surrounding areas has reached a very poor level, which is also affecting health. Rapidly increasing pollution affects health in many ways. This has a bad effect not only on the entire health, but also on the skin and eyes.

In such a situation, today in this article we will tell you how increasing air pollution affects your eyes. To know about this in detail, we spoke to Dr. Anita Sethi, HOD and Principal Director of Ophthalmology at Max Multi Specialty Hospital, Panchsheel Park. Also, we also know how you can protect your eyes (Air Pollution Eye Care Tips) amid the deteriorating environment.

Effect of air pollution on eyes?

The doctor says that air pollution affects the eyes in many ways (Eye Protection Tips to Air pollution). First of all, harmful particles and dust irritate the already sensitive eyes. Since it is in the winter season, many types of allergies occur due to the change in weather and the eyes become more dry due to allergies and due to these allergies, pollution is felt more in dry eyes. Due to this, eye problems like itching, watering, burning, general pain etc. can occur.

Protect your eyes like this

• Pollution can cause a lot of damage to the eyes. Therefore, it is very important to keep some things in mind to protect the eyes. In such a situation, the doctor has also shared some tips for eye protection, which are as follows-
• Do not use OTC (over the counter) medicines other than lubricating eye drops. If there is pain in the eyes or difficulty in seeing, then one should immediately consult a doctor and take the right treatment.
• The doctor says that the way to protect the eyes from the harmful effects of air pollution is that first of all, those who are at risk of allergies should start anti-allergic drops and related treatment.
• Lubricating eye drops should be used or cold compresses can be applied to the eyes.
• Also avoid going out in dust and wind. If possible, wear protective glasses or sunglasses when going out.