eyes and eyes Reputed to be an important organ of our people. which if there is anything that interferes when will surely create problems for those who experience it And even more when being a “cataract disease” may be a nuisance in both the eyes and affect the lifestyle is not much the same. Therefore, to cope with the “cataract” 4 types, it is something that must be prepared. that
1. wind
symptoms of cataract
Cataract is a conjunctival bulge on the side of the cornea or black eye, especially the sclera. It most often occurs in the inner corner of the eye near the nose, but can be both in the inner corner of the eye and the outer corner of the eye at the same time when the conjunctiva is raised, resulting in increased eye irritation.
Asked what caused the wind, the answer is that it is caused by UV rays, such as from sunlight, causing the conjunctiva to deteriorate and become more convex. When exposed to wind, dust will cause more irritation to the eyes from inflammation or dry eye skin.
How to treat stinging eyes
-Avoid being in the open air with sunlight, dust, smoke or pollution, which if necessary to be in the midst of such places Wear sunglasses, goggles, or a wide-brimmed hat to protect your eyes.
– Drops of artificial tears to reduce irritation.
– If there is irritation or inflammation often Your doctor will also prescribe eye drops. If your doctor prescribes the medication, it must be used as regularly as prescribed by your doctor.
– Stop smoking because the substances in cigarettes will make the symptoms worse.
– If the wind is a problem of beauty can be surgically or use a laser to cut out But there is a chance to come back as well.
2. pterygium
symptoms of pterygium
For “pterygium” is caused by the same cause as pterygium. is caused by using a lot of eyes Eyes are exposed to long-term irritants such as dry heat, sunlight, UV rays, dust, smoke, or other pollutants. In the early stages of the disease will be a condition before When the lump spreads into the black eye Beginning to have blood vessels at the clot Such characteristics are called pterygium.
Most of the symptoms of pterygium like being a stump Irritation, pain, burning, tears, like grains of sand in the eyes. can cause inflammation but the symptoms are more severe than the wind is that pterygium affects vision If pterygium protrudes into the black eye area will cause astigmatism or may not be visible
How to treat pterygium eyes
Prevention of pterygium, as with pterygium, is to avoid bright sunlight, especially late to early followingnoon. If you are doing outdoor activities, wear sunglasses at all times and try to avoid areas exposed to wind, dust, and smoke that can increase inflammation and irritate your skin.
3. Cataracts
cataract symptoms
As for the cataract caused by a disease in which the lens of the eye is clouded This is mainly due to age-related deterioration of the lens of the eye. that cataract Often found in people aged 50 years and over, but can be caused by other causes as well, such as being born from birth. or from an accident with an eye or receiving steroids, etc., everyone has a chance of having cataracts according to their age. because it is the deterioration of the body but may be different speeds
The most common symptoms are Seeing hazy as if obscured by fog or mist See distorted colors, double vision, blurred vision at night more than during the day. When in the sun, the eyes can’t fight the light.
How to treat eye cataracts
If a cataract in the early stages The doctor will treat the symptoms first. If myopia, astigmatism from a cataract will be treated with eyeglasses If you can’t see it in bright light The doctor will ask you to wear anti-glare glasses.
but if the symptoms develop into have problems with vision Your doctor will treat you through an intraocular lens replacement surgery. Currently, there are surgical technologies that create incisions as small as 3 millimeters in size. do not need a long recovery This makes cataract surgery not a big deal.
In addition, people who have cataract surgery can change the original intraocular lens. It is an intraocular lens that can correct the vision as well. without redundant LASIK
4. Glaucoma
symptoms of glaucoma
The “glaucoma” is caused by decreased nerve fiber cells in the eye. until the optic nerve deterioration which is usually the nerve in the optic nerve terminal It serves to send nerve signals to the brain. But if this nerve is less The images sent to the brain are less. causing a decrease in the width of vision, blurred vision, and eventually permanent loss of vision
As for the cause of the deterioration of the optic nerve terminals, it can be caused by a number of reasons. Or it may be caused by high intraocular pressure. until the pressure is pressed and eventually destroys nerve cells
people with glaucoma will slowly lose sight until permanent blindness period since inception until the loss of vision It may take up to 5 to 10 years for people with glaucoma to have a narrower vision. But the middle image is still normal. Most patients do not know that their vision is abnormal. and came to see a doctor when it began to be invisible
How to treat eye glaucoma
The best prevention for glaucoma is knowing and therefore should have yearly eye exams. Especially those over 40 years old, those with family members who have glaucoma, who are nearsighted or very long-sighted. People with diabetes or patients with diseases with poor blood circulation.
You should also avoid unnecessary use of steroid eye drops. Because it can cause high eye pressure.
Thank you for information from : Samitivej Hospital and Bangkok Hospital
