How to prevent the onset and recurrence of optic neuritis
Optic neuritis is a common ophthalmic disease, which seriously affects the vision and quality of life of patients. It is very important to prevent the onset and recurrence of optic neuritis. This article will elaborate from four aspects: eye protection, living habits, diet conditioning and regular inspection.
Eye protection
Eye protection is an important link to prevent the onset and recurrence of optic neuritis. Attention should be paid to avoiding eye injuries in daily life, such as keeping away from dust, pollutants and harmful light. When working or studying, try to keep an appropriate eye distance from the screen and books, and avoid staring at electronic products and books for a long time.
In addition, pay attention to wearing protective glasses, such as sunglasses and swimming goggles, to reduce eye irritation. When doing outdoor activities, try to choose appropriate sunglasses to effectively block ultraviolet rays and reduce the risk of optic neuritis.
When playing sports, you should wear appropriate goggles or masks to reduce the risk of eye injuries. Pay attention to avoid severe impact or damage to the eyes.
habits and customs
Good living habits can help prevent the onset and recurrence of optic neuritis. First of all, we should keep enough sleep, and ensure 7-8 hours of high-quality sleep every day. Insufficient sleep will lead to eye fatigue, decreased immunity, and increase the risk of optic neuritis.
Secondly, we should pay attention to eye hygiene, clean the eyes regularly, and avoid eye excrement and foreign body irritation to the eyes. Wash your hands frequently and avoid rubbing your eyes with your hands to avoid bacterial infection.
In addition, the eye drops and eye care solutions should be used correctly, according to the doctor's advice, and should not be abused or replaced at will. When using electronic products, you should pay attention to the rest of your eyes, close your eyes every once in a while to relax, look at the distant scenery, and alleviate eye fatigue.
Diet conditioning
Reasonable diet also plays an important role in preventing the onset and recurrence of optic neuritis. First of all, we should maintain a balanced diet and take protein, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients in a planned way.
Especially vitamin C, E and β- Carotene can protect eyes. The foods rich in vitamin C include citrus fruits, kiwi, strawberry, etc; Vitamin E is rich in vegetable oil, nuts, fish, etc; be rich in β- The carotene includes red pepper, carrot, etc.
In addition, it is necessary to increase the intake of Omega-3 fatty acids, such as fish, flaxseed oil, etc. These foods help reduce eye inflammation and retinal damage.
Regular inspection
Regular examination is an important means to prevent and detect optic neuritis as early as possible. It is recommended to regularly go to professional ophthalmic hospitals for comprehensive ophthalmic examination every year, including fundus examination, vision examination, intraocular pressure measurement, etc.
Regular examination can timely find out the early symptoms and pathological changes of optic neuritis, which is helpful for timely intervention and treatment. Some chronic diseases, such as diabetes and hypertension, are also easy to cause the onset of optic neuritis. Regular inspection can diagnose and control these potential risk factors as early as possible.
In a word, to prevent the onset and recurrence of optic neuritis, we need to start from many aspects, such as eye protection, living habits, diet conditioning and regular inspection. Keep good living habits, follow the doctor's advice, and carry out eye examinations regularly, which will help reduce the risk of optic neuritis and protect vision.
