Christmas is traditionally a time of celebration, togetherness and joy in many parts of the world. It is also a time when families come together to share special moments. It is therefore essential that we take special care of our eyes so that they remain protected while celebrating the festivities. Avoiding accidents, assessing important symptoms, and maintaining or implementing healthy habits are actions worth taking.
Accidents resulting in eye injuries, although unexpected, can and should always be prevented. We should avoid any contact with the sharp edges of decorations or toys, for example, place Christmas tree branches and ornaments safely, avoid walking areas and keep sharp objects out of the reach of children. They should not handle sharp objects, sharp toys, or toys that launch projectiles. Handling cleaning products without proper care can also seriously damage your eyes. It is essential to keep chemical cleaning products out of the reach of children and label them properly. If there is eye damage caused by chemical products, it is very important that you immediately wash your eyes well for 15 minutes and go urgently to an eye doctor. On the other hand, lovers of winter sports such as skiing or snowboarding should wear appropriate glasses with UV protection.
The symptoms that we value daily and that alert us to the need to consult an eye doctor should also be respected this holiday season. Sudden onset of symptoms such as floaters (small “flying or hair-like” shadows spreading in front of the field of vision), photophobia (lightning-like images), severe photophobia (inability to tolerate daylight), distorted images, painful red eye or loss of vision Requires supervision by a specialist doctor.
Finally, it is important to maintain healthy habits that help maintain eye health. It’s healthy to take regular breaks to rest your eyes, especially if you use digital devices for long periods. The 20-20-20 rule (every 20 minutes you look into the distance for 20 seconds, i.e. at the horizon or at an object located more than 6 meters away) allows our eyes to rest. Other measures that are no less important or even more important include keeping your contact lenses clean on a regular basis, adopting a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables and fish, avoiding smoking, exercising regularly and remembering to take your usual medications.
By incorporating these healthy habits and prevention measures into our daily routine, this holiday season and throughout our lives, we promote our eye health and reduce the risk of long-term eye problems.
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