9 Tips For Keeping Your Eyes Healthy And Fighting Chronic Dry Eyes

Protect Your Eyes From Mechanical Damage

When working in a job that involves a lot of dust, safety goggles should always be worn. During these situations, sharp objects, dust or other particles that are abrasive to the cornea have potential to enter the eye and cause significant damage to one's vision. Airborne objects that travel at high speed are hazardous to the eyes. The American Academy of Ophomology states that wearing protective eyewear in high-risk activities can substantially lower the chance of eye injuries by up to ninety percent. Popular activities that require safety eyewear include riding a bicycle, cycling, sanding, sawing, and working in the garden. In the case that a small airborne object does enter the eye, flushing with clear water or physiological solution is likely to remove it. For larger objects, one should seek immediate medical attention to ensure any potential permanent damage is minimized.

Go For Regular Eye Checkups

Regular eye checkups are not the same as vision screenings. Vision screenings give the patient a prescription for glasses or lenses; eye exams are conducted by an ophthalmologist who can thoroughly screen the eyes for health issues including any indications of early signs of glaucoma, cataracts, retina problems or muscular degeneration. Early diagnosis of such diseases can prevent more severe complications in the future by providing adequate medical treatment. Having an eye exam every two years is recommended for people who are near-sighted, over forty years of age or for those who have glaucoma, as these patients are at a greater risk of developing permanent eye-damaging conditions.