The doctor showed how to protect the hot sun's eyes

Ultraviolet rays are particularly higher in the sea, reaching 12 can cause burns, late eye complications such as pterygium, cataract, macular degeneration.

MSc-BS Specialist 2 Diep Huu Thang, Head of Corneal Medicine Ho Chi Minh City Eye Hospital shared some points of attention to better eye protection.

According to Dr. Thang, the high temperature causes evaporation at the surface of the eye, so the eyes are prone to rupture due to dry eyes and dry eyes become more severe. Hot, dry and polluted environments will increase eye allergy and conjunctivitis.

UV rays that reach dangerous levels will burn the surface of the eye, which will then blur, stain, fear of light and watery eyes. UV rays will be especially higher in the sea. Therefore, when traveling to the sea, attention should be paid to eye protection.

Dr. Thang is examining the patients' eyes.(Photo: HL).

The manifestations of pathologies:

• Dry eyes: Stubborn eyes, irritated, blurred, watery eyes and a dry feeling. Need to use more artificial tears, drink plenty of water, a diet with lots of vegetables and fruits.
• Allergies: Red eyes are less but itchy and sticky, need to go to a specialist for treatment. However, artificial and cold packs are the first solution.
• Conjunctivitis: The rash of the eye is like a grain of sand, red and there is a pinch. Can use artificial tears and go to specialized examination facilities.
• Eye burns: burning sensation, pain, acute blurred vision after sun exposure. Can use artificial tears and go to specialized examination facilities. Prevention by wearing sunglasses and wide-brimmed hats.

Therefore, the way to prevent sun damage is to limit sun exposure to peak time. Sunglasses should be worn when going out to protect the eyes from radiation, pollution and dry eyes.

The wide-brimmed hats also reduce radiation exposure. You can use artificial tears, drink plenty of water and have a diet rich in green vegetables and fruits.

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