"On a windy spring afternoon, Uncle Li took a walk in the park as usual. Suddenly, a strong wind mixed with fine sand hit his face, and he felt a sharp pain in his eyes, and instinctively rubbed his hands violently. After a few hours, Uncle Li's eyes were not only red, swollen and painful, but also began to blur. After rushing to the hospital, the doctor told him the shocking news - his vision was seriously threatened due to corneal damage caused by rubbing his eyes. At this moment, Uncle Li realized that that small action that he thought was harmless could change his life forever. "
The impact of windy and sandy weather on the eyes cannot be ignored. When the wind and sand roll into the eyes, it will first cause eye discomfort and foreign body sensation. The eye, as a sensitive organ, reacts particularly well to tiny particles. Windblown sand contains tiny dust and particles that can carry bacteria or other contaminants that, when in contact with the eyes, can cause eye infections or inflammation.
A study on the effects of windblown sand on the eyes noted that prolonged exposure to dusty air increased the risk of dry eye disease. Dry eye syndrome is more than just dry eyes, it can also lead to blurred vision, which can seriously affect the quality of daily life. In addition, fine particles in the wind and sand can rub directly against the surface of the cornea, causing microscopic scratches or damageThis is medically known as corneal abrasion. Although corneal wear and tear can heal on its own in most cases, if not treated correctly, such as rubbing your eyes with your hands, it can worsen the damage and even cause more serious corneal problems.
In addition to physical injuries, wind and sand can also cause or exacerbate allergic eye reactions. Eye allergies manifest themselves in more than just itching and rednessLong-term allergies can also affect the immune function of the eyes and increase the risk of other eye diseases.
When the eyes are uncomfortable, many people's first reaction is to rub their eyes with their hands. This seemingly innocuous action can actually pose a serious threat to eye health. Especially in windy and sandy weather, rubbing your eyes not only does not help solve the problem, but may worsen the eye damage.
1.Why is it dangerous to rub your eyes?
Increased risk of infection:Bacteria and viruses on the hands can spread to the eye area by rubbing the eyes, causing infection.
Aggravated physical injury: If there is a foreign object in the eye, such as a grain of sand, rubbing the eye may cause the foreign body to scratch the cornea.
Accelerate the development of eye diseases:Long-term eye rubbing can accelerate the development of some eye diseases such as corneal thinning or astigmatism.
2.An alternative to rubbing your eyes
Blink gently: If you feel a foreign object or discomfort in your eyes, try blinking gently and let the tears help clean your eyes.
Rinse with saline:If a foreign body enters the eye, it can be gently rinsed with saline.
Seek medical attention promptly:If this does not work, you should seek medical attention as soon as possible to avoid self-management that may worsen your condition.
3.Daily eye protection measures
Practice hand hygiene:Wash your hands regularly to reduce the risk of eye infections.
Wear glasses for protection: When going out in windy and sandy weather, wear goggles or sunglasses to prevent foreign objects from getting into your eyes.
Check your eyes regularly:Even if there is no obvious discomfort, regular eye exams should be done to prevent eye diseases.
With these simple yet effective measures, the risk of eye health caused by rubbing the eyes can be greatly reduced. Remember, to protect your eyes, start with the small details of your day.