How to do with dry eyes?
Dry and astringent eyes are a common eye discomfort, usually manifested as dry eyes, tingling, fatigue, etc. If not handled in time, dry eyes may affect vision and quality of life. So, what should you do if you are troubled by dry eyes? Next, we invite Dr. Zhang Hong from Tongji Eye Hospital to answer the question for us.
Maintain moderate indoor humidity
Low indoor humidity is one of the common reasons for dry eyes. In cold and dry winter or in air-conditioned rooms, the humidity in the air will decrease, which will evaporate the water on the surface of the eyes, causing dryness and discomfort. Therefore, maintaining moderate indoor humidity is one of the important measures to alleviate dry eyes.
To increase indoor humidity, you can use a humidifier or place a water basin or wet towel to increase the humidity in the air. In addition, maintaining sufficient water is also key. Proper drinking water can maintain a good water balance between the body and the eyes, and reduce the occurrence of dry eyes.
Pay attention to visual rest
Modern people's long-time use of electronic products, especially computers and mobile phones, can easily lead to eye fatigue and dryness. Therefore, reasonable use and attention to visual rest is an important way to alleviate dry eyes.
It is recommended to close your eyes and rest or stay away from the screen for visual relaxation at regular intervals. In addition, blinking is also an important way to keep your eyes moist. Staring at the screen for a long time will reduce the number of blinks, which will easily lead to dry eyes. Therefore, if you want to alleviate the dryness of your eyes, you might as well do more blinking exercises. A few hard blinks at regular intervals can effectively improve the wetness of your eyes.
Keep good living habits
Keeping good living habits is also one of the important measures to prevent and alleviate dry eyes.
First, don't stay up late. Staying up late for a long time will easily lead to eye fatigue, which will lead to dryness and discomfort. Ensuring sufficient sleep time can help the eyes get sufficient rest and reduce the occurrence of dryness.
Secondly, pay attention to the cleanness of eyes. Regularly wash your face and hands, and maintain eye hygiene is the key. At the same time, avoid rubbing eyes with unclean hands to avoid eye infection or further aggravating the dry and astringent symptoms of eyes.
In addition, pay attention to healthy diet. Eating foods rich in vitamin A, C and E, such as carrots, red peppers, citrus fruits, etc., can help promote eye health and alleviate dry eyes.
Seek professional doctor's help
If the symptoms of dry eyes persist or seriously affect your daily life, it is recommended to seek the help of a professional doctor in a timely manner.
Ophthalmologists can help you determine the cause of disease and give corresponding treatment plans through detailed eye examinations and professional equipment. Common treatment methods include artificial tears eye drops, moisturizing eye ointment, warm wet compress, etc., and corresponding treatment for the cause.
In conclusion, dry and astringent eyes will not only affect the quality of life, but also may increase the risk of eye diseases. Therefore, maintaining moderate indoor humidity, paying attention to visual rest, maintaining good living habits, and seeking the help of professional doctors when needed are all effective ways to alleviate dry eyes.
