Opticians offers seasonal advice to ensure there's 'not a dry eye in the house'
SUMMER is almost here and while warmer
days are welcomed by most, for others the hot weather brings with it the
irritation of dry eyes, a condition a Southport opticians is seeing rising
numbers of. While dry eye syndrome is often mistakenly believed to be caused only by the
harsh effects of cold winter winds, this common condition can be exacerbated in
summer, when, just like our bodies, our eyes, and specifically, the cornea, can
become dehydrated.
Now Stuart Roberts, store director at Southport Specsavers is offering helpful
tips to help prevent symptoms such as eye soreness, a gritty sensation in the
eyes and dryness.
Traditionally, people over 40 years old are more susceptible to the problem,
which is caused by the eye's inability to maintain a healthy layer of tears to
coat it. However air conditioned office buildings and high computer use are
amongst the aggravating factors which have led to a growing number of people
reporting the same symptoms all year round.
Stuart adds:- "We've certainly seen a growth in the number of customers,
of all ages, complaining of irritation and dryness in the summer months.
Ironically, one of the symptoms of dry eye syndrome is watery eyes while others
include uncomfortable dry or gritty feelings in the eye, burning or itching,
redness, hazy vision and sensitivity to light.
The term 'dry eye' is used when the oil content of the tears doesn't efficiently
lubricate the eye. People with dry eyes often have plenty of watery tears so
adding eye drops may seem to not make sense but it's actually a vital
contribution to the oil content of the tears. Tips to prevent irritation include using air conditioning for shorter
periods, avoiding spending too much time in front of your computer and simply
drinking more water to avoid dehydration."
The summer is an ideal time to get your eyes tested, as bright conditions can
make you susceptible to eyestrain and everyone should get their eyes tested once
every 2 years, or sooner if you are experiencing problems.
To book your next appointment at Southport Specsavers call the store on:- 01704
501944.
