Protecting Your Eyes From Ultraviolet Radiation – Arohi Eye Hospital

1. Ultraviolet rays are the most harmful for your eyes, which is easily received from the sun. Depending upon your geographical location, height from the sea level, and the time, the amount of UV radiation you are exposed to is decided. However, the danger is present at all times, a little low at times, and a little high at times. So, it is very important that you keep your eyes protected against such UV rays. But, what do you do? Stay indoors at all times when the sun is out? Wait for it to settle down so that you can move out of your home? That’s not only impossible, but also insane. This is why we bring to you certain measures you can take up to keep your eyes healthy and protected at all times. And, we also let you know the possible risks that your eyes can be put at due to over exposure to the UV rays. Eye conditions caused due to overexposure to UV radiation Cataracts – Although cataracts occur naturally as one ages, today many young age groups are also encountering cataracts. The reason is overexposure to UV rays, which causes clouding of the eye’s natural lens, blocking the vision partially or completely. Macular degeneration– This condition occurs when the macula begins to deteriorate; the macula which is the central area of the retina that is responsible for visual acuity. Eyelid cancer– Never heard of this? This is the cancer caused in the thin tissue surrounding the eyes, which is caused due to overexposure to the sun, as this thin tissue is absolutely sensitive to UV radiation. Pterygia– These are wedge-shaped bumps on the eyeball that can cause discomfort, blurred vision, corneal problems, and disfigurement. If the condition becomes serious, it

2. may develop into astigmatism and high-order aberrations that can negatively impact vision. Those who live near white sand, water areas, snow, and other highly reflective surfaces are at higher risk of developing this condition. The basic symptoms include puffy red eyes, and burning and gritty sensations in the eyes. Pingueculae– These cause non-cancerous yellowish bumps on the eyeball which causes corneal problems. These are caused due to thickening of the conjunctiva on the sclera of the eye. The symptoms include burning eyes, itchy eyes, blurred vision, red eyes, and stinging eyes. Photokeratitis– This is a very painful temporary loss of vision; generally a sunburn on your eyes. The condition causes the cornea to become inflamed. The symptoms include eye pain, red eyes, burning sensation in the eyes, watery eyes, blurred vision, sensitivity to light, headaches, swollen eyes, swollen eyelids, and glare/halos around lights. How to keep your eyes protected against UV radiation? To keep your eyes prevented against all the above mentioned condition, it is very important that you keep them protected. For this, you are suggested to wear UV protecting sunglasses whenever you go out during the day, even if it is a cloudy or overcast day. The frames should be close-fitting wraparound style, and the lenses should be large and capable of blocking 100% of all kinds of UV radiations. Photochromatic lenses are the best option for those who have an eye number, as these glasses are clear when indoors, and tint automatically when exposed to sunlight; so there is no need to switch between glasses indoors and outdoors. If you are exposed to non-solar UV radiation, you could use safety glasses. And, in addition, speak to an eye care professional to help you with treating all your eye conditions. Arohi Eye Hospital offers the best kind of eye consultation in Andheri West Mumbai, where there is a team of expert and experienced eye doctors and surgeons to treat a wide variety of eye problems. Follow Us On:Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube