If steam come into close contact with the eyes, it may irritate them. The sensitive tissues in your eyes may become irritated by the heat and humidity, causing redness, wetness, and pain. There is a potential risk of exacerbating eye infections if the water used for steam is not clean.
New Delhi: The steam from hot water can be quite intense and can cause discomfort or even mild burns to the delicate skin around the eyes. Covering your eyes with a cloth helps to shield them from direct exposure to the steam’s heat. Steam can cause the eyes to become irritated, leading to redness, itching, or a burning sensation.
Steaming can be a more comfortable and calming experience if you cover your eyes. A handkerchief can help relieve the stinging sensation that some people get in their eyes due to the damp heat. While interacting with News9Live, Dr.
Rohit Saxena,HoD, ENT Department, Sharda Hospital, shared the many risks of exposing the eyes while taking steam. The expert also shared pro tips on mitigating these risks. Potential risks are associated with not covering your eyes during steam inhalation Dry eyes might result from your eyes’ moisture evaporating after being exposed to steam.
This can be very irritating, and to relieve the dryness, you might need to use eye drops or other therapies. If the steam is too hot, it can cause burns or scalds to the delicate skin around the eyes and eyelids. This risk is higher if you accidentally get too close to the steam source.
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