MBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, MS - Ophthalmology
Ophthalmologist, Pune
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27 years experience
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Which of the following is an effect of too much exposure of the eyes to sun s ultraviolet (UV) rays?
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It is a well-known fact that the UV rays are harmful for the eyes and too much exposure can cause serious problem to your eyes. Too much of UV exposure ups the chances of developing cataracts, which acts like
a veil in the lens of the eye and macular degeneration, which causes damage to the central vision.
The best solution for dry eyes is to use nonprescription eye drops and its daily use will keep the problem alleviated.
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Eye drops alleviate the problem of dry eyes. But, the non-prescription eye drops must not be overused. These eye drops do not promote well-being of the eyes as they simply reduce the redness of the eyes temporarily and its overuse might cause irritation in the eyes. It must only be used for a short duration.
Which of the following can lead to eye problems such as eye strain, dry eyes, blurred vision, and pain?
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Gazing at the smartphone for long hours will strain your eyes due to the small font size. Similarly, watching TV late at night also leads to a host of eye problem due to the changing levels of light. Additionally, it hampers the sleep schedule. Sleep is essential for one s good health as lack of it can lead to a number of problems such as decreased immunity, weight gain, and also eye-related problems.
What are the essential factors for maintaining healthy eyes?
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For the well-being of your eyes, a balanced diet which contains nutrients such as Omega-3 fatty acids, zinc, as well as Vitamin C and E is essential. Along with a healthy diet, it is also important to stay hydrated as it will help in keeping the eyes well-lubricated. Additionally, eyes need to be protected from the harmful UV rays with proper sunglasses or eyewear.
Regular practice of eye exercises will help delay the need for glasses.
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Eye exercise is good for their overall health, however, it will not alter the time when you will need the glasses. This is because the well-being of vision depends on a host of other factors such as the shape of the eyes and health of the eye tissues, which are not altered by exercises of the eye.