How to prevent eye infection?
The eye is one of the most important organs in our daily life, but it is also vulnerable to infection. Eye infection may lead to eye discomfort, vision problems and even serious complications. In order to protect our eyes, the following are some methods recommended by Li Jianhua Guangzhou Aier Ophthalmology Department to prevent eye infection.
Maintain good personal hygiene
Good personal hygiene is the key to prevent eye infection. We are exposed to many bacteria and viruses every day, so before handling the eye area, be sure to thoroughly clean your hands. Wash hands with hand sanitizer and warm water, especially before touching eyes.
In addition, do not use other people's towels, washcloths or contact lens boxes to avoid spreading bacteria. Keep clean and change towels and washcloths regularly. In addition, contact lenses and their related products should be replaced regularly, cleaned and stored correctly according to the manufacturer's recommendations.
In addition, learn to use eye drops and ointment correctly. When using eye medicine, clean your hands thoroughly first, and then use the medicine correctly according to the doctor or drug instructions.
Avoid eye irritation
Avoiding eye irritation is also one of the important steps to prevent eye infection. Our eyes are vulnerable to environmental factors such as dust, smoke, pollen, etc.
Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from dust and pollen during outdoor activities, especially in high pollution areas or allergy seasons. In addition, avoid contact with smoke and harmful gases, keep the indoor air fresh, and avoid staring at the computer or TV screen for a long time.
If eye surgery or laser treatment is required, formal medical institutions and professional ophthalmologists should be selected for operation. Avoid performing eye surgery in an uncertified or unsafe environment to ensure surgical quality and personal safety.
Improve living habits
Improving living habits also plays an important role in preventing eye infection. First, keep a good nutritious diet. Take in rich vitamins A, C and E, which are essential for eye health. Fresh vegetables and fruits, fish rich in Omega-3 fatty acids are good choices.
Secondly, keep moderate eye rest and eye exercises. Looking at the electronic screen for a long time is likely to cause eye fatigue and dryness. It is recommended to take a break of 10-15 minutes every hour and perform eye exercises at the same time, such as eye rotation, eye closing and pressing. In addition, adequate sleep is also essential for eye health.
Finally, avoid using expired and inferior cosmetics and eye care products. These products may contain bacteria and allergens, which may easily cause eye infection. Select products of reliable brands, pay attention to the service life of products, and avoid using expired products.
Regular eye examination
Regular eye examination is an important measure to prevent eye infection and other eye diseases. Ophthalmologists can check the eyes for any abnormalities, as well as early detection and treatment of potential infection risks.
If you feel eye discomfort, vision loss, red eyes, abnormal secretions and other symptoms, you should seek medical advice immediately. Timely medical treatment can avoid the deterioration of the condition and the development of complications.
Summary
By maintaining good personal hygiene, avoiding eye irritation, improving living habits and regular eye examinations, we can effectively prevent eye infections. Protecting our eyes is the key to protecting our eyesight and eye health. We should always pay attention to eye health.
