Basic precautions for a better vision!

Working on computers does not necessarily harm our eyes, if we observe few basic precautions. 

These include keeping the screen at a proper distance, taking shot breaks and if possible wearing anti-glaring glasses. 

Cataract isn't just a age-related problem

Cataract is most commonly found in people over the age of 45 or 50. But many a times, people in the relatively younger age group too can have cataract. The reason behind may vary from external factors like diabetes, hypertension, smoking, obesity etc. to hereditary predisposition. Cataract removal surgery involves removal of the cloudy natural lens and replacing it with Intra Ocular Lens (IOL).

It is a completely safe, painless and effective treatment which helps in vision restoration. 

 A person undergoing this surgery can get back to work in a days time.

Let your eyes be clean and fresh!

Splashing some cold water on your eyes every time after being outside, helps in preventing spread of eye infection.

Cold water easily removes dust and dirt from eyes and helps them in keeping clean and healthy.

Interesting Eye Fact

Did you know that our eyeballs grows in size as we grow up? At the time of birth, a child's eyeballs are 16mm wide and by the age of 3, they grow up to the size of 23mm wide. By the time we reach puberty, they reach their maximum size of 24mm wide.

 

Tips for healthy eyes

Lutein present in yellow mellon is very good for the eyes. It helps in reducing the risk of developing macular degeneration and cataract.

Precautions to be followed by contact lens wearers

Never wear contact lenses while undergoing any medication for the eyes.

Learn the right usage of Eye Drops

One thing that a person should keep in mind after putting in the eye drops‬ is to not blink eyes excessively. Blink the eye in a normal manner or better close the eye‬ for one or two minutes.