Dubai, United Arab Emirates (CNN)– Do you suffer from dry eyes permanently? Perhaps it is better to know the reason so that you do not continue to suffer with this problem for the rest of your life.
The Omani Ministry of Health explained, through its official account on the “Instagram” website, that the eye consists of three layers, which are fatty oils, aqueous fluid, and mucus.
These compounds help in keeping the eyes moist and clear.
But, what is the secret of dry eyes sometimes?
There may be more than one cause of dry eyes at the same time. However, the main reasons are:
Decreased tear production
- It occurs when the eye cannot produce enough aqueous fluid
increased evaporation of tears
- This occurs when the oil duct on the edge of the eyelids becomes blocked
And the Saudi Ministry of Health indicated, on its website, that there are factors that may also contribute to dry eye, including the following:
- Aging and over 65 years old
- Rheumatism, diabetes, gland problems, or Sjögren’s syndrome
- blepharitis
- Take antihistamines, decongestants, blood pressure medications, and antidepressants
- Exposure to wind, dust, dry air, or smoke
- Sitting in front of screens for long hours
- Women are more likely to be affected by changes in hormones (menopause).
- Diseases that reduce the efficiency of the immune system
- Using contact lenses for long hours
- Undergoing an eye operation such as vision correction (LASIK)
And in case you are wondering regarding how to take care of the eyes, the Saudi Ministry of Health has published some important methods .. What are the most prominent ones?
- Pay attention to eye hygiene
- Take breaks when using the computer
- Replacing contact lenses with eyeglasses
- Get enough sleep
- Avoid smoking and smoking places
- Avoid wind and dust as much as possible
- Avoid sitting for a long time in air-conditioned rooms
- Stay hydrated and drink fluids