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May 21, 2020 | Author: Admin
Eyes are one of the entrance points for highly contagious Coronavirus. Caring for eyes is more important than ever before. Taking good care of the glasses and contact lenses by way of cleaning them properly with the necessary liquid reduces the risk of infection. Further, limit the screen time of your children as this may lead to computer vision syndrome.
Certain protective measures have generally been recommended to take care of the eyes. Those recommendations are even more important during the COVID-19 pandemic. The safety measures for eyes include:
Disinfect the surfaces: Coronavirus may also spread through eyes. You should disinfect the frequently touching surfaces such as railings, doorknobs, etc. to avoid getting the infection to the eye through your fingers touching them.
Do not rub your eyes: Avoid rubbing the eyes frequently as your eyes may become the possible entry for Corona Virus to enter your body. Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds to avoid exposure to the virus.
Tears may be the carrier: After touching the eyes, you should wash your hands. Tears in the eyes may also be a possible source of infection.
It has been indicated that conjunctivitis or the pink eye may be a symptom of COVID-19 infection. Patients with conjunctivitis may experience redness, irritation, and watery eyes. It is also to be noted that conjunctivitis is contagious. If you are experiencing ocular discomfort, redness, or increased tears in eyes, consult with your doctor.
People may consider wearing glasses if they are previously using lenses. Although not considered as a preventive measure, wearing glasses may reduce the ocular exposure of Coronavirus into your eyes. This is because when someone sneezes, the droplets may fall on the glasses and not directly into the eyes. However, the virus may also enter through the open areas between the glasses and eyes.
As the virus may hold its place onto the frames and glasses, the person should know how to properly disinfect the glasses. The virus may reside on the solid surfaces for hours to days. There is a high possibility that it may transmit through these channels. The frame and glasses are cleaned with warm water and soap. The frames and lenses are then dried by using a clean cloth.
Extra care is required in handling the lenses as they are in direct contact with the ocular surface. Change the contact lens solution daily. Wash the hands thoroughly before removing or inserting the contact lenses. Stock the contact lens solution and a pair of additional lenses. Take detailed information about lens care from your ophthalmologist. Do not change your brand for a solution or contact lens as this may cause irritation and discomfort in your eyes.
Various eye medications are used for a long period. These include medications of glaucoma and dry eyes. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the supply of such medications may get disrupted. You should maintain a sufficient stock of these medications to avoid inconvenience. However, it is advised not to overstock the medications as these may get expired and may also cause inconvenience to other patients.
There is a trend of increased use of the digital device in both adults and children. There is an increased risk of developing computer vision syndrome. This may result in dry and red eyes with increased tears. Limit the screen time of your child to prevent ocular conditions. The online classes also increase the time of children on digital devices. Do not allow your child to see the computer or smartphone at least 60 minutes before going to bed.
