Tips to protect the eyes from drying out during the summer

Weather of Arabia - Al-Ain can become dry for several reasons, the most important of which are during the summer months, hot weather and dry and non-humid summer air.

What are the symptoms of dry eye?

Symptoms of dry eyes include:

• Itching and tingling in the eye
• Difficulty using contact lenses
• Excessive tear production
• Blurred vision and difficulty reading or concentrating on a computer screen or television for a long time

Fortunately, there are many treatment options, starting with simple treatments such as eye drops that are sold in pharmacies without a prescription.

It is preferable to use single-use moisturizing drops because they are free of preservatives that may irritate the eyes and cause allergic reactions.

The eye is instilled several times during the day. To avoid this, eye ointments can be used that remain for a longer period and work to moisturize the eye, but they cause blurring of vision, and it is preferable to put and use them before bed

In some severe cases, some doctors resort to surgical options where the tear duct is blocked to prevent eye moisture loss through it.

There are also some medical contact lenses and some products that are placed in the eye and maintain its moisture throughout the day by secreting fluids similar to tears, but their use is left to intractable cases such as chronic dry eyes.

It is worth noting that dry eyes may occur for many reasons, so the cause must be sought and treated to avoid recurring the problem.

General tips to maintain eye safety during the summer:

• Wear sunglasses that block at least 99% of harmful UV rays, protecting the eyes from drying out and preventing wrinkles around the eyes.
• Vitamin A is one of the main vitamins that make up tears (the main source of moisture for the eyes ), eating foods rich in vitamin A or taking nutritional supplements containing vitamin A helps restore the normal balance of eye moisture and tear production.
• Eye cells, like other cells in the body, need essential fatty acids such as omega-3s to protect and repair damaged tissue. There are omega-3s in fish and flaxseeds
• Take breaks during activities that require focus and eye strain

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