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Holi is a festival of colors that we all look forward to. We get together with our friends and family to eat, dance, laugh, and celebrate. However, it is important to remember that the colors used during Holi should be used with caution as they can lead to serious eye problems. The same or different colors in powder form can lead to irritation or even infections which can be long lasting. Read below for my top tips on how to take care of your eyes so that you can fully enjoy Holi and celebrate without worries.  Tips to Protect Your Eyes Before Playing Holi 1. Apply Eye Ointments If you plan to participate in Holi celebrations, do not forget to use a protective layer such as coconut oil, petroleum jelly, or aloe vera gel on your skin and right under the eye area. This barrier helps in two aspects, it firstly reduces the chances of color powders being stuck to your skin unnecessarily and also reduces dryness and irritation. 2. Wear Sunglasses or Swim Goggles Wearing sunglasses or...

Smoking is widely known for its harmful effects on the lungs and heart, but did you know it can also damage your eyes and vision? Studies show that smoking increases the risk of several eye diseases, some of which can lead to blindness. If you are a smoker, understanding these risks may encourage you to protect your eyesight. 1. Increased Risk of Cataracts Cataracts cause clouding of the eye’s natural lens, leading to blurry vision and, if untreated, blindness. Smoking doubles the risk of developing cataracts at an earlier age due to oxidative stress on the lens. The more you smoke, the higher your risk. 2. Higher Chances of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) AMD affects the central vision, making tasks like reading and recognizing faces difficult. Smokers are three times more likely to develop AMD compared to non-smokers. Smoking reduces blood flow to the retina and damages light-sensitive cells, accelerating vision loss. 3. Dry Eye Syndrome Tobacco smoke contains harmful chemical...

  LASIK eye surgery is a transformative medical intervention that enhances and corrects poor vision while decreasing reliance on corrective lenses. Even though the procedure is practically effortless, there is much more to be done after the surgery for proper healing. Here is what can be anticipated after LASIK with the imperative care tips to help support an easy recovery. Effects Right Post-Surgery After the LASIK procedure, the patients may notice some of these: - Slight face discomfort as if the eye needs to be rubbed - Slightly foreboding or unexplained visuals - More Intense feeling towards various rays of light - Few-to-no tears being produced in your eyes - Glares coming from light sources - Harmless cumulonimbus looking tree stumps Most of these symptoms are common and occur after surgery for almost every patient. As the eyes begin to heal, most of these will be recovered within a few days. Timeline for Recovery 24-Hour Mark: First and foremost, your eyes have gone through...

  Uveitis is an eye condition in which the center part, known as the "uvea," becomes inflamed. This part is vital for providing nutrients to the eye, but when inflamed it can cause pain, redness, and blurry vision. Eye hospitals like   Save Sight Centre,   can be the best choice for   Uveitis treatment in Delhi. There are expert physicians specializing in treating it like Dr. Rajeev Jain, who offers eye drops, medicines, or other therapies designed to reduce inflammation and protect eyesight. Just remember seeking timely medical assistance can make an enormous difference when it comes to eye health preservation. What are the Causes? The cause of inflammation is determined by a variety of causes and knowing what causes it is vital to ensuring that treatment options are effective. Infections:  Different types of infections can cause it. Bacterial infections like tuberculosis and Lyme disease viral infections such as herpes and cytomegalovirus, fungal infections an...