Don't open your eyes in the pool and the sea

Pools and seas that lack hygienic conditions can cause serious vision problems. Ophthalmology and Health Specialist Opr. Dr. Shehvar Nefesoglu stressed that one should not open one’s eyes in the sea and the pool and warned about eye diseases to be taken into account in summer.

The summer season undoubtedly means unlimited fun for most people, as well as sea, sand and a trio of sun. But sometimes the excitement and enthusiasm of these fun holiday events can cause people to put their health care needs on hold. As a result, various problems may arise. These problems include allergic conjunctivitis, cataracts, and macular degeneration.

MORE ALLERGIC EYE CONJUNCTIVITIS IN SUMMER

The most common eye infection while using the pool is conjunctivitis. This infection can be viral (with various viruses) or bacterial (with bacteria entering the body), as well as with redness of the eyes, tearing, burning and hangnails. While viral infections usually cause mild clinical symptoms, they may resolve spontaneously after 3-4 days. However, if the resistance of the human body is low, the picture can become severe, and the infection can last for weeks. Bacterial create a more serious picture. In the treatment of viral and allergic conjunctivitis, cortisone drops are very effective and provide a quick recovery. However, prolonged use of these drops can lead to complications such as cataracts and glaucoma. Therefore, it should be used under medical supervision.

OUTDOOR POOLS CAN RISK BACTERIA

Most of the pools that have become mandatory for today’s summer holidays are disinfected by chemical methods (chlorine). Unfortunately, these substances alone are not enough to protect against infections. Because the more people use the pool, the higher the risk of infection. In addition, dry leaves and flying insects that fall from surrounding plants and trees into outdoor pools can be a hazard to dust and bacteria. In addition, the disease can be transmitted from infected people to other pool users through the pool.

WEAR YOUR GOGGLES WHEN ENTERING THE POOL

In addition to infection, chemicals in the water can also cause allergies in the eyes. In particular, chemicals used to disinfect pool water can cause eye sensitivity. It will be useful to enter the pool in swimming goggles to protect yourself from such problems. In addition, pools should not be entered unless you are sure that they have been properly inspected and cleaned. If allergic symptoms appear after using the pool, you should consult an ophthalmologist.

SOME PARASITES CAN CAUSE ROLL

A parasite called Acanthamoeba can cause a sort of eye infection. Although this infection is not very common, it can cause very serious wounds in the stratum corneum and lead to a picture that can go as far as blindness.

BE CAREFUL NOT TO OPEN YOUR EYES TO THE SEA

Sea water, although not as strong as a pool, can also cause redness in the eyes. Because insufficiently clean sea water can increase the risk of conjunctivitis. Vacationers should be careful not to open their eyes, especially in seas with a lot of salt. Such precautions, which must be observed when using at sea, for example, in swimming pools, will be effective in preventing allergic eye diseases.

SUN RAYS ALSO AFFECT EYES

Other factors that threaten eye health in the summer include cataracts and macular degeneration. The sun’s rays, which are especially intense in summer, directly affect the formation of cataracts and yellow spots in the eyes. Because the sun’s rays entering the eye can adversely affect vision by disrupting the structure of the lens of the eye and the macula, which is the visual center at the back of the eye. Long-term exposure to sunlight can lead to skin cancer around the eyes and changes in the tissues that cover the surface of the eye. In addition, exposure to direct sunlight in the eyes can damage the upper layer of the cornea. This situation can set the stage for the formation of various tumors in the back of the eye.

DON’T FORGET TO WEAR YOUR SUNGLASSES

With more UV rays reaching the world during the summer months, it is essential to protect your eyes from the harmful effects of the sun. For this reason, care should be taken not to go outside when the sun’s rays are at their strongest. If going outside is mandatory, sunglasses with UV filters should be used. People who do not wear sunglasses and are exposed to direct sunlight may experience complaints such as dryness, burning, watery eyes, and extreme light discomfort. In addition, vacationers who are exposed to direct sunlight and do not wear sunglasses may experience serious vision problems such as meat walking on the vitreous layer of the eye (cornea).

ATTENTION TO USERS OF LICENSE WINDOWS!

Those who use glasses in everyday life should choose sunglasses to protect their eyes in summer. However, numbered sunglasses options are virtually non-existent compared to the colorful alternatives used as accessories. However, if the sunglasses you are purchasing will be used for both eye health and style, it should be noted if they have frames that are compatible with optical glasses. Since sunglasses fitted with optical glass should not be curved, flat and angular alternatives should be considered.

DO YOU NEED TO REMOVE YOUR LENSES WHEN ENTERING THE POOL AND THE SEA?

The use of contact lenses, which are available as an alternative to optical glasses, raises some questions during the summer months. At the beginning of these questions, is it worth removing lenses when using in the pool and at sea. It is not recommended to take a break from using contact lenses during the summer holidays, but you should not swim in the pool or the sea with lenses. The reason for this is that it becomes easier for germs to contaminate the eyes through water. Continued use of contact lenses contaminated with germs can also lead to inflammation such as conjunctivitis and keratitis.

ATTENTION TO THESE TIPS FOR PROTECTING YOUR EYES FROM POOL WATER!

Care should be taken not to submerge the head and face of the body in the pool water. Even if it must be inserted, swimming goggles that surround the eye should be used.
Contact lenses should be removed when entering the pool.
Artificial tears should be used to prevent dry eyes.
After leaving the pool, the face and eyes should be rinsed with plenty of water.
Those who have an infection should avoid entering the pool if possible.
During a period of intense eye allergy, care should be taken to protect from the sun’s rays and, if possible, to avoid the pool.
In the pools used by the crowd, attention should be paid to the observance of sanitary conditions and daily maintenance of the pool.
Pool users must shower before entering the water.
There must be a foot disinfection pool before entering the pool.