How to protect yourself from *eyeflu in rainy season*
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| Follow prevention tips and keep your eye's free of eyeflu |
Introduction
🛡️ Some preventive tips to protect yourself from eye flu
1. Maintain personal hygiene
- Don't forget to wash your hands regularly with soap and water.
- Avoid touching or rubbing your eyes with dirty hands, this can cause infection.
- Always use a clean towel for eyes and never share it with others.
2. Avoid close contact with people infected with eyeflu
- Eye flu spreads very quickly through direct contact.
- Avoid shaking hands, sharing pillows, cosmetics or eyewear with a person with conjunctivitis.
3. Always use clean water
- Avoid washing your face or eyes with contaminated or unfiltered water.
- If clean water is not available, use boiled and cooled water.
4. Protect your eye's from rainwater
- Rainwater often contains pollutants and germs.
- Wear goggles and carry an umbrella when going out in the rain.
- If your eyes come in contact with rain, rinse with clean water.
5. Avoid swimming in public pools
- Swimming pools can be breeding grounds for bacteria and viruses, especially during the rainy season
- If you swim, wear protective goggles and shower afterwards.
6. Strengthen your immunity
- Include vitamin-rich foods like carrots, spinach, amla and citrus fruits in your diet
- Drink plenty of water to flush out toxins.
7. Avoid eye makeup these days to avoid eyeflu
- Never use old or shared eye makeup products.
- If you have even the slightest suspicion of infection, stop using cosmetics completely until you recover completely.
⚠️ Eye flu symptoms to look out for
- Red eyes
- Itching or burning
- Excessive tearing or watering from the eyes
- Watery or yellow/green discharge
- Swelling of the eyelids
- Sensitivity to light
What to do if you get infected
- Consult a doctor immediately.
- Use only eye drops or ointments prescribed by the doctor.
- Avoid self medications
- If infected, stay home and isolate yourself to prevent spreading the infection to others.
Q.1 What is eye flu and how does it spread during the rainy season?
Ans. Eye flu, or viral conjunctivitis, is an infection of the eye that can be more prevalent during the rainy season due to increased humidity and the spread of viruses in crowded areas. It spreads through direct contact with infected individuals or contaminated surfaces.
Q.2 What are the symptoms of eye flu?
Ans. Symptoms of eye flu include redness, itching, tearing, and discharge from the eye. It may also cause sensitivity to light and a gritty feeling in the eye.
Q.3 Is it safe to wear contact lenses during the rainy season?
Ans. It is advisable to avoid wearing contact lenses during the rainy season, especially if you are prone to eye infections. If you must wear them, ensure they are clean and avoid wearing them for extended periods, particularly in humid conditions.
Q.4 What should I do if I think I have eye flu?
Ans. If you suspect you have eye flu, it's important to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment. In the meantime, avoid close contact with others and do not touch your eyes to prevent spreading the infection.
Q.5 Can eye flu be treated at home?
Ans. While some symptoms of eye flu may improve with home care, such as applying cool compresses and using artificial tears, it's important to consult a healthcare provider for appropriate treatment, especially if symptoms persist or worsen.
✅ Conclusion
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