"More important is to stress on the dry eye which is as it is on the rise due to increase in screen time - hot dry weather worsens it. Air conditioning also adds to the dryness and worsens dry eye. New Delhi: Several parts of India, especially Delhi-NCR, are currently dealing with a severe heatwave and this has forced many to stay indoors.
With temperatures soaring as high as 49 degrees already, many are complaining of episodes of heatstroke and are advised to drink lots of hydrating fluids, carry an umbrella before stepping out, eat hydrating foods, wear a sunscreen and protective clothing. But while many are focused on dodging the heat and saving their skin, doctors say that the heat can also take a toll on vision. As surprising as it sounds, the eyes are also vulnerable to the damage that the ongoing heatwave can do.
But what can one do to protect the eyes from the harm? Read on to find out. In an interaction with News9Live, Dr Himika Gupta Consultant Opthalmologist, SRCC Children’s Hospital, Mumbai, explained how the heat can take a toll on vision. “More important is to stress on the dry eye which is as it is on the rise due to increase in screen time – hot dry weather worsens it.
Air conditioning also adds to the dryness and worsens dry eye. Tear substitute eye drops, keeping yourself hydrated and preferring humid aircoolers instead of AC when given a choice may be useful,” said Dr Gupta. How to protect he eyes from heatwave-related damage?.