How does Chengdu Aier Eye Hospital prevent and treat eye infections?

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How to prevent and treat eye infection in Chengdu Aier Eye Hospital

Eye infection is a common eye disease. If it is not prevented and treated in time, it may lead to serious consequences. Chengdu Aier Eye Hospital, as a professional eye hospital, has been committed to the prevention and treatment of eye infections. This article will elaborate on the common causes, preventive measures, treatment methods and daily care of eye infections.

Common causes of eye infection

Common causes of eye infections include bacteria, viruses, fungi and allergic reactions. Bacterial infection is common in conjunctivitis, keratitis, viral infection is common in influenza, and fungal infection is common in herpetic keratitis. In addition, blepharitis, styloma, etc. may also lead to eye infection.

The symptoms of eye infection include redness, itching, foreign body sensation, and increased secretion. Serious eye infection may lead to decreased vision or even blindness.

Measures to prevent eye infection

It is very important to prevent eye infection. Here are some common precautions:

1. Pay attention to eye hygiene. Wash your hands frequently, avoid rubbing your eyes with your hands, and try to avoid touching your eyes in public places.

2. Avoid sharing glasses and contact lenses. Glasses and contact lenses are personal products, sharing may spread germs.

3. Do not wear expired contact lenses. Contact lenses need to be replaced regularly after use. Overdue contact lenses are easy to cause eye infection.

4. Pay attention to diet and rest. Adequate sleep and a balanced diet help improve immunity and reduce the risk of infection.

Treatment of eye infection

Chengdu Aier Eye Hospital provides patients with a variety of treatment methods for eye infections. The specific treatment will depend on the type and degree of infection.

1. Use antibiotic eye drops. For eye infection caused by bacteria, antibiotic eye drops are often used to eliminate bacteria.

2. Use antiviral drugs. For viral infection, doctors may prescribe antiviral drugs to inhibit the propagation of the virus.

3. Use antifungal drugs. For fungal infections, doctors will prescribe antifungal drugs to inhibit the growth of bacteria.

4. Perform surgery for specific lesions. In case of serious eye infection or other complications, the doctor may perform eye surgery to remove the lesions.

Importance of daily care

In addition to prevention and treatment, daily care is also an important part of preventing eye infection. Here are some common daily care suggestions:

1. Wash eyes regularly. Washing eyes with warm water can help wash away bacteria and viruses accumulated in the eyes.

2. Avoid rubbing eyes. Rubbing eyes with hands can infect bacteria and cause eye infection.

3. Avoid using expired cosmetics. Cosmetics may breed bacteria, and expired cosmetics are easy to cause eye infection.

4. Avoid using old or dirty glasses. Cleaning and regular replacement of glasses are important steps to prevent eye infection.

To sum up, Chengdu Aier Eye Hospital comprehensively prevents and treats eye infections by taking preventive measures and providing a variety of treatment methods, and helps patients better protect eye health through the guidance of daily care.