Sun protection in hot summer should not just focus on the skin

Did you know that your eyes need sun protection too? In the hot summer, many people put sunscreen on their skin to protect against the damage caused by ultraviolet rays. However, people forget that the eyes need sun protection too! Zhuang Mengni, an ophthalmologist at the Taipei Branch of China Medical University, recently posted on Facebook to point out that ultraviolet rays can causeFour eye diseasesreminding people to prepare three treasures of sunscreen to protect their eyes.

If the skin is burned by the sun, redness and obvious pain will appear immediately; however, sunburn of the eyes becomes a disease over many years, and it is easier for the public to ignore it. Ophthalmologist Zhuang Mengni listed four eye diseases related to ultraviolet rays and advised the public not to underestimate eye sun protection.

1. Pterygium:Long-term exposure of the eyes to ultraviolet rays can cause conjunctival degeneration and may even grow towards the cornea, leading to high astigmatism or poor vision.

2. Photokeratitis:In places with high-intensity ultraviolet rays such as welding sites and snow, it can cause severe corneal epithelial damage, and symptoms such as photophobia and intense pain can appear in the eyes.

3. Cataract:Over time, the lens of the eye absorbs ultraviolet rays, which can lead to lens wear and blurred vision.

4. Solar Maculopathy:When the macula of the eye is exposed to strong light for a long time, it is very likely to cause irreversible damage.

Eyes are one of the most important organs in the human body and should be carefully protected to avoid serious damage. Dr. Zhuang Mengni recommends that it can be used regularlySunglasses, hat and parasolThe three treasures of eye protection and sun protection allow you to protect your eyes while enjoying the sun, supplementing vitamin D and absorbing calcium.

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