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10 STEPS TO PROTECT EYES IN WINTER AND CONJUNCTIVITIS DISEASE
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In the eyes that are in one-to-one contact with cold air, itching, redness and watering can be seen, especially in cold weather. During this period, conjunctivitis disease can also be frequently encountered with the increased likelihood of catching germs. Turkey Medicals member Eye diseases and Health Specialist Opr. Dr. describes 10 ways to protect the eyes in cold weather.
“A fall in heat in winter can cause narrowing of the veins around the eyes. Narrowing of these veins can also lead to double vision or blurred vision. For this condition, which increases the effect of being outside for long periods of time in cold weather, it may be necessary to take some precautions and pass a doctor’s examination.” shaped-speaking Turkish Operator. Dr. gave important information in Antalya.
The cooling of the weather can lay the groundwork for viruses to become active. Adenoviruses, which can cause colds in winter, can also affect the eyes, causing conjunctivitis. Although red eyes can be seen due to adenoviruses, this disease can spread quickly in confined spaces. However, another segment most affected by cold weather is people with the problem of tear duct obstruction. This problem, which can cause watering in the eyes, can increase under the influence of wind in winter.
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THE WIND MAKES THE EYES DRY CALLED REFLEX LIVING
Our eyes, which interact one-on-one with cold winds, can sometimes be heavily affected by this condition. In the eyes hit by the wind, the problem of eye watering can be seen in almost everyone. This eye watering can also cause dryness, which can usually develop with a strong wind. For eyes that dry with this effect, the tear glands respond by producing more tears. This action, which the eye does for defensive purposes, is called” Reflex living”.
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10 METHODS THAT PROTECT THE EYES IN WINTER SEASOON
As the air cools, indoor environments can not be ventilated for a long time. High temperature in heated environments can also affect the eyes, causing dry air to form. Simple measures can be taken to prevent dry air from affecting the eyes and reduce the effects on the eyes in winter.
- to prevent eye infections, it is necessary to wash hands frequently and not scratch the eyes with dirty hands.
. - it is important not to share personal items with someone else, especially to use makeup materials used for the eye personally.
. - drinking water helps maintain eye health, while also providing hydration of the eye. For this reason, it is necessary to consume enough water during the day.
. - indoor employees sometimes need to protect their eyes from possible dryness by airing their environment.
. - in snowy weather, ultraviolet rays, which are harmful rays of the sun, windy weather to protect against dryness to use glasses can be a protective option.
. - using eye drops to moisturize the eyes is one of the measures to be taken in this weather.
. - long-term computer use can cause dry eyes along with dry ambient air. For this reason, it is important to rest the eyes at the computer.
. - if there is an eye runny problem, using tissue paper instead of cotton towels helps protect the eyes.
. - viral diseases that can increase in crowded environments can cause viral conjunctivity in the eyes. For this reason, it is necessary to be careful not to spend long-term time in closed areas such as shopping centers.
. - taking the problems you feel in your eyes seriously, it is very important not to neglect an eye examination in Turkey hospitals if the necessary case is seen.
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Turkey's world-renowned organ transplant specialist. Dr. Demirbaş has 104 international publications and 102 national publications.
Physician's Resume:
Born on August 7, 1963 in Çorum, Prof. Dr. Alper Demirbaş has been continuing his work as the President of MedicalPark Antalya Hospital Organ Transplantation Center since 2008.
Prof. who performed the first tissue incompatible kidney transplant in Turkey, the first blood type incompatible kidney transplant, the first kidney-pancreas transplant program and the first cadaveric donor and live donor liver transplant in Antalya. Dr. As of August 2016, Alper Demirbaş has performed 4900 kidney transplants, 500 liver transplants and 95 pancreas transplants.
In addition to being the chairman of 6 national congresses, he has also been an invited speaker at 12 international and 65 national scientific congresses. Dr. Alper Demirbaş was married and the father of 1 girl and 1 boy.
Awards:
Eczacibasi Medical Award of 2002, Akdeniz University Service Award of 2005, Izder Medical Man of the Year Award of 2006, BÖHAK Medical Man of the Year Award of 2007, Sabah Mediterranean Newspaper Scientist of the Year Award of 2007, ANTIKAD Scientist of the Year Award of 2009, Social Ethics Association Award of 2010, Işık University Medical Man of the Year Award of 2015, VTV Antalya's Brand Value Award of 2015.
Certificates:
Doctor of Medicine Degree Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Ankara, General Surgeon Ministry of Health Turkey EKFMG (0-477-343-8), University of Miami School of Medicine Member of Multiple Organ Transplant, ASTS Multiorgan Transplant Scholarship. Lecturer at Kyoto University. Lecturer at University of Essen, Research assistant at the University of Cambridge .
Professional Members:
American Society of Transplant Surgeons, American Transplantation Society Nominated, Middle East and Southern Africa Council Transplantation Society 2007, International Liver Transplantation Association, Turkish Transplantation Association, Turkish Society of Surgery, Turkish Hepatobiliary Surgery Association.
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