All questions about eyes and their

Eyes are one of the most delicate organs of our body and are responsible for the sense of sight. If something very small or minute also enters our eyes, our eyes get teary, our vision gets hazy, and we are unable to see or even open our eyes in some cases. The body, however, has mechanisms to make sure our eyes are protected – two of them are our eyebrows and our eyelashes that keep things out of the eyes.

However, to keep our eyes protected and safe, you must know some common practises. Eyes are extremely important and so is taking care of them. Here are a few common questions about eyes and their care that have been answered, so you can make better choices and take care of your eyes in a better way.

How do screens impact our eyes?
Prolonged use of screens can cause you to blink less, which will lead to dryness, eye strain, and blurry vision. A disorder called computer vision syndrome or digital eye strain is caused due to prolonged use of screens like laptops and phones.


Should you use your phone or laptop or any screens without the lights on?
No. The use of screens without lights on can have an adverse impact on your eyes, causing blurry vision, headaches, and effects on the retina of the eye. You must try to keep screen time to a minimum, and not use phones before going to bed when the room is dark. Using phones before bed also adversely affects your sleep.

How can you detect an eye problem?
Some common symptoms of an eye problem include blurry vision, teary eyes, inflamed eyes, frequent headaches and rubbing of eyes among others. If you experience any of these symptoms of longer than two to three days, you must get your eyes tested and see a doctor. The problem can get worse if not treated at the earliest.

How do spectacles help eyesight?
It is a common belief that wearing spectacles will keep the eyesight from deteriorating or treat the problem. Spectacles can only help you see when your eyesight is weak. You can only treat the weak eyesight by exercising regularly so you can strengthen your muscles and restore your eyesight to normal.


Are contact lenses safe?
Contact lenses are made as safe as they possibly can be, but the magic accessories are not risk-free. They block the oxygen to the eye and can result in drying which can lead to rubbing the eye, teary eyes and more. According to experts, it is better to wear glasses than contact lenses.

Should you wear sunglasses?
Sunglasses can help protect the eye from UV rays. They make you look great, but you must not wear them every time you step out in the sun. Exposing your eye to the sun is also important for its health and therefore, you should strike a balance between when you wear the glasses and when you don'