Heating and air conditioners operated at high temperatures in cold weather, while warming us, can also cause some problems.
Acıbadem Adana Hospital Ophthalmology and Surgery Specialist Prof. stated that one of these problems is dry eyes. . Dr. Rana Altan Yaycıoğlu emphasized that dry eye significantly affects a person's quality of life and explained what precautions can be taken.
Tears, which cover the surface of the eye like a protective layer, are one of the most important elements for eye health. Tears, which soothe the eye and its surface by wetting them and help to see clearly, also wash the eye surface and remove foreign objects, dust and debris from the eye. However, in some cases, dry eye may occur due to disorders in the quantity and quality of tears.
Dry eye; Prof. stated that it causes complaints such as burning, stinging, blurriness, itching, pain, fatigue, light sensitivity and heaviness in the eyelids. Dr. Rana Altan Yaycıoğlu explains what negative consequences it has in our lives as follows: “Dry eyes impair vision performance and negatively affect life. It causes limitations in daily activities and over time, difficulties begin in reading, driving at night and using the computer.
Dry eye, which is generally more common in older ages and in women, is more common in people who use contact lenses, those who have had an eye-related surgical operation, and those who have diseases that prevent the eyelids from closing. It is also stated that people with Sjögren's syndrome, rheumatic diseases, diabetes, thyroid disorders and various systemic diseases are also in the risk group.
Prof. Dr. Rana Altan Yaycıoğlu also points out that there are reasons that increase the complaints in the environment: "The dryness of the working environment, the use of heaters or air conditioners, smoking or being in environments where smoking is smoked, looking at the screen for a long time while using the computer causes an increase in dry eye complaints."
HOW IS DRY EYE TREATED?
Prof. stated that artificial tear drops and gels recommended by doctors in the treatment of dry eyes can relieve the feeling of stinging and dryness in the eyes. Dr. Rana Altan Yaycıoğlu adds that in more advanced stages, 'topical inflammation' suppressing drops and even plugs can be used. Prof. Dr. Rana Altan Yaycıoğlu emphasizes that rarely, surgery and the treatment of valve diseases, if any, will reduce the complaints.
Prof. says that some changes in lifestyle can help prevent dry eyes. Dr. Rana Altan Yaycıoğlu explains these changes; healthy eating; temperature and humidity level of the environment; It includes the correct use of technological devices and determining the dosage of constantly used drugs. Prof. Dr. Rana Altan Yaycıoğlu explains the precautions that can be taken with the following words:
“To prevent dry eyes, drink plenty of water, consume flaxseeds and omega-3 rich fish such as salmon, take vitamins containing omega-3.” It is important to use pills. If there is central heating or air conditioning in the environment, using steam humidifiers and being careful not to smoke also help prevent dry eyes. When using a computer, making sure that the screen is below eye level and resting your eyes from time to time ensures effective results. Finally, changing the dosage of regularly used medications, whose side effects include dry eyes, also reduces the complaints.”
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