Many factors such as drying of the air with the increasing temperatures, using the wrong air conditioner, using the sea and pool, and ultraviolet rays from the sun are preparing the environment for many dangers for our eyes. Stating that our eyes, which are heavily exposed to external factors, may experience an increase in the occurrence of some eye diseases or the severity of existing disorders, Prof. Dr. Nur Acar Göçgil said, “In order not to encounter such negativities, it is useful to apply some simple and effective methods completely. It is important to be aware of and avoid diseases that may occur, especially eye infections caused by pool and sea water.” said.
With the increase in temperature, pools and holiday areas are the most preferred areas for people to cool off. Ophthalmology Specialist Prof., who warned that we should not give up the event in the summer to protect eye health. Dr. Nur Acar Göçgil warned about conjunctivitis, dry eyes and ultraviolet rays emitted by the sun's rays, which were frequently encountered in this period.
“FULLY APPLICATION OF SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE METHODS IS USEFUL”
Warning that our eyes face many dangers in the summer months, Prof. Dr. Göçgil said, “Our eyes, which are heavily exposed to external factors during the summer months, may experience some eye diseases or an increase in the severity of existing disorders. In order not to encounter such negativities, it is useful to apply some simple and effective methods completely. It is important to be aware of and avoid diseases that may occur, especially eye infections caused by pool and sea water. In any unfavorable situation, it is necessary to consult an ophthalmologist in order to prevent problems that may result even with serious vision loss. said.
ATTENTION TO THESE POINTS WHEN USING THE POOL
Stating that eye infections called conjunctivitis are the most common eye infections that pools can cause, Prof. Dr. Nur Acar Göçgil, “Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the thin membrane covering the outer surface of the eyes. Bacteria, viruses and other microorganisms that can be found in sea and pool water can cause conjunctivitis. As a result of the contact of these microorganisms with our eyes, conditions such as bacterial or viral conjunctivitis may develop. Even if the amount of chlorine in the pool we swim in is excessive, problems such as redness and burning may occur by causing eye irritation. Along with conjunctivitis, symptoms such as stinging, watering, pain and blurred vision are seen in the eyes. In order to prevent or minimize the risk of catching the disease, it is necessary to take a shower before and after using the pool, to protect the eyes from infection and to use sea goggles against eye irritating substances in the water. It is important to wash our eyes that come into contact with sea water in the same way with clean water.” he said.
“AIR CONDITIONING AND HOT AIR CAN CAUSE DRY EYE”
Warns that air conditioning and hot air can cause or increase eye dryness, Prof. Dr. Göçgil said, “This condition is also called climatic conjunctivitis or office eye syndrome. Cold air waves caused by air conditioning reduce the humidity level indoors and dry our eyes and other sensitive tissues. Low humidity causes the natural moisture layer on our eye surface to evaporate. In order to prevent dry eyes, it is important to control the humidity level in our rooms, to adjust the air conditioner so that it does not come directly to the face and eyes, to rest our eyes while working, and to use eye drops suitable for our eyes under the supervision of a doctor. He used his expressions.
“WE MUST BE CAREFUL THAT SUNGLASSES ARE FULL UV PROTECTED”
Stating that the importance of sunglasses for protection from sun rays increases especially in summer, Prof. Dr. Göçgil said, “Unfortunately, not all sunglasses can protect our eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays. If glasses without ultraviolet protection are used, our eyes can be further damaged. For this reason, it should be paid attention that the glasses in the sunglasses used are full UV protected. Full UV protection means that sunglass lenses provide at least 99 percent blocking of both UVA and UVB rays. Especially when you are by the sea, it is important to choose sunglasses with UV400 protection. When purchasing our sunglasses, a known optic should be preferred.” made the statement.
“THE FOREIGN OBJECT ELSE CAN CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE”
“Factors such as sand and dust, which can be seen frequently, especially in beaches and rural areas, are among the important risk factors.” stated that Prof. Dr. Nur Acar Göçgil said, “If a foreign object has gotten into our eyes, they should first be washed with plenty of clean water and this object should be allowed to come out. If
