Dry eye syndrome - a new epidemic

Recently, one of the most common reasons for treatment to an ophthalmologist was "feeling of sand in the eyes." Not less than ten million Americans suffer from dry eye syndrome, and we have those numbers grow.
Dry eye syndrome   It develops due to violation of the quality of the tear film. Every time we blink, on the surface of the eye tear propagation, which lubricates, moisten the cornea and washes away trapped dust particles. Tears stand tear glands located around the eye, and play an important role in maintaining the health glaz.Oni contain antibodies that prevent the spread of infections has fallen.
If the formation or composition of tears, broken, growing dry eye syndrome . In the eyes there are burning, itching or irritation, which creates a great deal of discomfort. Some people have a feeling as if something in my eye. Other symptoms of dry eye are redness, blurred vision that improves with blinking and tearing.

Previously, the most common cause dry eyes   oragnizma was aging. It causes a deficiency of oily substances in the body, which are a necessary component of tears and without water evaporate quickly. Now more and more people are diagnosed with the syndrome of young, many hours working on the computer. If you notice discomfort in the eyes after reading, watching TV or working on the computer, you also suffer from dry eye syndrome .
Hot, dry and windy climate, the air from the air conditioner, and even cigarette smoke can also lead to dry eye syndrome .
Often feeling of sand in the eyes   Experiencing those who wear contact lenses As well as people who take antihistamines, antidepressants, antihypertensives, and birth control pills.
"The sand in the eyes"   It may be an indication of a systemic disorder in an organism. It diseases such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, thyroid disease, vitamin deficiency, Parkinson's disease. Recently, it was shown that hormone therapy, pregnancy, lactation, menstruation and menopause can also increase symptoms dry eye syndrome .

  Fortunately, there are a number of simple techniques and natural remedies to help deal with the problem. The doctors of the American Association of Ophthalmologists recommend the following:

  1. Do not rub your eyes.
  2.Pochasche flashes. This tear is distributed evenly. This is particularly important when reading, watching TV and using the computer.
  3.Podderzhivayte level of humidity in the room at the level of 5.30%. If the air in your home is too dry, use special moisturizers.
  4.Rassmotrite opportunity to purchase an air filter that will pull air from dust and other particles, causing eye irritation.
  5. Do not direct hair dryers, car heaters or fans in the eye.
  6.Vyhodya the street, do not forget sunglasses to reduce the effects of sun, wind and dust.
  7. If you wear contact lenses, try to wear them fewer hours a day. You can also discuss with ophthalmologist switching to another type of lens.
  8.Proverte your medications for side effects, which can cause dry eyes, or ask your doctor if they cause symptoms.

9. In the pharmacy you can buy "artificial tears". This eye drop composition similar natural tear fluid.

10.When eye makeup, try not to put mascara on the lower lashes.

11. Eat foods rich in vitamin A in essential fatty acids such as omega-3 acids help keep your eyes moist.

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