{"id":491,"date":"2021-06-09T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-09T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cn.prepreblogwp.inditex.inithealth.com\/?p=491"},"modified":"2021-06-08T10:47:04","modified_gmt":"2021-06-08T08:47:04","slug":"prevent-dry-eye-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cn.preblogwp.inditex.inithealth.com\/en\/2021\/06\/09\/prevent-dry-eye-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"Prevent dry eye syndrome"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wearing a face mask can mean your eyes become red and itchy, but we have the solution.<\/h3>\n

Face masks are an essential measure to prevent the spread of COVID-19. However, prolonged use can cause itching, stinging, red eyes, blurry vision and light sensitivity. This is what’s known as dry eye syndrome.<\/p>\n

Ways to prevent dry eye syndrome<\/h2>\n
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  1. Made-to-measure masks<\/strong>. Look for face masks with a nose wire and adjustable loops so you can adjust the mask to fit your face correctly. You can also place a folded tissue in the upper part of the mask to stop the air escaping.<\/li>\n
  2. Eye drops. <\/strong>Use oil-based eye drops several times a day stop your eyes from drying out. Unfortunately, you can’t use them with contact lenses..<\/li>\n
  3. Include omega-3<\/strong>. Add foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids to your diet. You’ll find omega-three fatty acids in oily fish such as salmon, sardines, tuna, trout and anchovies, as well as in flaxseed.<\/li>\n
  4. Natural moisturiser. <\/strong>Before bed, use a warm damp cloth on your eyes for a few minutes. This stimulates the Meibomian glands, which provide the oily layer of our tears.<\/li>\n
  5. Avoid hot air<\/strong>. Avoid very warm rooms, try not to use a hair dryer and, when out and about, wear wraparound sunglasses to protect your eyes from the wind.<\/li>\n
  6. A humidifier at home<\/strong>. Humidifiers moisten the air, lubricate the respiratory system and create a healthier environment for our eyes.<\/li>\n
  7. Night eye gel<\/strong>. For severe cases you can apply ointment with paraffin, lecithin or lanolin before bed. This should be used at night as the thick ointment makes it difficult to see properly.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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