Physicians and entertainer Yu Meiren (right) pointed out on the 16th that symptoms of dry eye include itchy eyes, foreign body sensation, or sensitivity to light. (Photo by Jian Jiayou/Taiwan News)
[Taiwan News reporter Jian Jiayou reported from Taipei]3C products are always on the body, and the prevalence of dry eye syndrome in my country reaches 30%! Pan Zhiqin, chairman of the Association of Grassroots Physicians, pointed out on the 16th that dry eye syndrome includes symptoms such as itchy eyes, foreign body sensation, or sensitivity to light, which can even cause visual impairment in severe cases. Doctors appeal that in order to prevent dry eye syndrome, people can usually apply hot compresses, blink regularly, etc. Cleaning the eyes is also indispensable.
The prevalence of dry eye syndrome reaches 30%
“The prevalence of dry eye in my country is as high as 30%, and the proportion will increase with age,” said ophthalmologist Lai Yuyin. Those with severe symptoms will also experience pain, and continuous inflammation will lead to dry eyes, which will lead to delayed treatment of dry eye get well.
Sun Qiqin, a doctor at Chang Gung Hospital, said that the reason for dry eye syndrome is that modern people work in air-conditioned rooms for a long time, resulting in excessive tear evaporation, uneven distribution of tear film, eyelid diseases or long-term focus on 3C products, resulting in reduced blinking. Both might be the cause of dry eye.
He pointed out that conditions such as eyelash extensions and eye makeup can cause blockage of the meibomian glands, and the lack of oil secretion that prevents water evaporation is also a factor that causes dry eye syndrome.
Clean, Blink Anti-Dry Eyes
Ophthalmologist Zhang Zhengzhong emphasized that if the public is worried regarding dry eye syndrome caused by blocked meibomian glands, “you must clean your eyes well.” You can use tea tree essential oil to wipe the upper and lower eyelids back and forth, and use a facial cleanser that suits you. If you wear makeup around your eyes People who need it, also remember to remove makeup.
In addition, hot compresses and blinking can also give the eyes a moderate rest. Pan Zhiqin suggested that there is also a way to rest by blinking. You should first blink gently, close your eyes with a little force, and then slowly open your eyes.
Zhang Zhengzhong pointed out that people often misunderstand that lutein can prevent dry eye syndrome, but lutein is aimed at macular degeneration and has little effect on eye surface moisture. It is recommended that moderate intake of Omega3, which can prevent inflammation, can more effectively prevent dry eye syndrome . He said that the treatment of dry eye syndrome can also use self-funded “pulse light” plastic surgery to improve meibomian gland dysfunction, and can be adjusted according to the severity of the disease to achieve the best therapeutic effect.
