{"id":5844,"date":"2024-08-16T02:57:12","date_gmt":"2024-08-16T05:57:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tenhosaude.com\/?p=5844"},"modified":"2024-08-25T20:25:11","modified_gmt":"2024-08-25T23:25:11","slug":"10-habitos-que-danificam-seus-olhos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tenhosaude.com\/en\/10-habits-that-damage-your-eyes\/","title":{"rendered":"10 habits that damage your eyes, according to ophthalmologists"},"content":{"rendered":"

Eye health only receives due attention when serious problems arise, such as visual decline, infections or injuries.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although there are treatments and surgeries capable of correcting many of these problems, the real key to healthy vision is prevention.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We consulted eye doctors to find out what practices they avoid to keep their eyes in tip-top shape.<\/strong> Read on to find out which behaviors are harmful and how you can adopt effective strategies to ensure your vision remains clear and healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Avoid scratching or rubbing your eyes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Rubbing or scratching your eyes excessively can have several negative consequences for your eye health. Here are some of the main effects:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Corneal damage<\/strong>: The pressure exerted by rubbing your eyes can cause abrasions on the cornea, the clear layer at the front of your eye. These abrasions can be painful and can lead to serious complications if not treated properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Risk of Infections<\/strong>: Rubbing your eyes can transfer dirt, bacteria, and other contaminants into your eyes, increasing your risk of eye infections like bacterial or viral conjunctivitis. Introducing dirt can also lead to more serious infections like keratitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vicious Discomfort<\/strong>: Repeated practice can worsen the itching and discomfort, creating a cycle in which the person rubs their eyes to relieve the sensation, which actually becomes more intense due to the damage caused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Irritation and Inflammation<\/strong>: Rubbing your eyes can irritate the surface of your eyes and the skin around them, leading to redness, swelling, and discomfort. Constant rubbing can inflame the conjunctiva (the membrane that covers the whites of your eyes and the insides of your eyelids), making conditions like conjunctivitis worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Changes in Vision<\/strong>: In more severe cases, excessive rubbing can lead to visual problems, such as changes in the curvature of the cornea, which can affect vision and require correction with lenses or surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Acceleration of aging of the skin around the eyes<\/strong>: Constant rubbing can lead to weakening of the skin around the eyes, contributing to the early development of wrinkles and fine lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Never take a shower or use tap water to rinse contact lenses. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Never rinse your contact lenses with tap water, shower water, swimming pools or lakes!<\/strong> It may seem harmless, but these practices can put your eye health at serious risk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Untreated water can contain microorganisms that cause serious infections.<\/strong>, such as Acanthamoeba microbial keratitis, also known as corneal ulcer. This infection can lead to permanent blindness and, in extreme cases, require a corneal transplant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This microorganism is able to survive and proliferate in humid environments and is resistant to many disinfectants. Contact lenses, on the other hand, come into contact with contaminated water<\/strong>, become an ideal environment for Acanthamoeba, as they provide a warm, humid place where the protozoan can lodge and multiply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, contact lenses can trap small fragments of contaminated water, making it easier for the eyes to be continuously exposed to the pathogen. The infection can cause severe symptoms, such as intense pain, redness, and blurred vision, and if not treated quickly, can lead to serious complications and even permanent vision loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To protect your eyes and ensure the safety of your contact lenses<\/strong>, always use contact lens solution to clean and store your lenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Change your lens case regularly<\/strong> and strictly follow your ophthalmologist\u2019s instructions for replacing the lenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See some cases:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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