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WAYS TO PROTECT OUR EYES AFFECTED BY CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS
For our eyes, which are trying to adapt to the constantly changing weather conditions, Turkey Medicals member Acıbadem University Head of the Department of eye diseases Prof. Dr. gave important eye-health tips.
With ever-changing weather conditions, falling body resistance, the eyes became open to diseases. Cold and dry weather causes itching, watering, redness in the eyes, causing an invitation to the infection of microbes that we call conjunctivitis. An eye disease specialist who noted that the risk of eye infection increases in closed and crowded environments such as workplaces, schools, cinemas, shopping malls, public vehicles Dr. said, “throat and eye infections, especially due to adenovirus, can be very easily transmitted in such environments. Sneezing, coughing should definitely use wipes, hands should be washed frequently, avoid crowded environments, rooms should be frequently ventilated, air conditioners should be maintained and filters should be changed, nutrition, rest and sleep should be taken care of as the virus will infect people with low resistance,” was said.
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EYE RASH SHOULD BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY
Such diseases are especially evident with redness and Burr in the eyes, said Prof. Dr. said, “in these diseases, there are signs such as Burr, stinging, sensitivity to light along with redness of the eyes. When we feel them, we should be examined by an ophthalmologist immediately,” he said.
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MUST BE PROTECTED FROM AIR POLLUTION
Especially November February between the effect of increasing air pollution also negatively affects the health of the eyes explained Prof. Dr. “Chemicals in the air melt at the age of the eye and initiate a series of reactions that will lead to dryness on the surface of the eye,” said. Eye burns due to drying on the surface of the eye is often encountered in the winter months,” is said.
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TEARS IN THE WIND ARE NORMAL
“Another eye complaint characteristic of the winter months is the cold and wind-induced age. Although in fact it seems contrary; the reason for this life is dry eyes again,” said Prof. Dr. “The wind dries the eye surface. The tear glands respond to this drying effect by producing more tears. It’s called’ Reflex living’. In fact, this is a normal defense mechanism of the eye,” was said.
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WEAR GLASSES WHEN DOING WINTER SPORTS
Non-use of sunglasses or protective glasses during skiing’ photokeratitis ‘or’ snow blindness ‘ leads to an eye condition called Prof. Dr., “responsible for snow blindness, the sun’s ultraviolet B rays. These rays have a short wavelength and high energy. Cells on the surface of the “cornea”, the frontmost transparent layer of the eye, are destroyed by ultraviolet B. As a result, severe pain in the eye, sensitivity to light and blurred vision occur. Snow blindness is a temporary condition, it heals in 24-48 hours with treatment, ” he said. Prof. Dr. Banu Coşar, snowy weather to protect the eyes in winter and during skiing sunglasses should be used and air pollution on the surface of the eye against the negative effects of artificial tear drops should be used with the recommendation of the ophthalmologist underlined. He also noted that accidents during skiing lead to injuries around the eyes and eyes. Dr. stated that it is important to use ski goggles.
Eye Diseases Specialist explains 5 important steps to maintain eye health in the variable weather of winter season as follows:
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5 RULES FOR PROTECTING THE EYES
- Protect from The Wind: do not forget to protect your eyes by using wide-rimmed glasses in windy weather.
. - Drink plenty of Water: Water, which makes up 60 percent of our body, is also very important for our eye health. Our tear production decreases when we get insufficient water. In order for your eyes to be hydrated enough, the water level in your body must be sufficient. Remember to drink at least 2 liters of water per day.
. - adjust humidity in indoor environments: in indoor areas, the air is cleaned and heated by a closed system. This, in turn, can lead to a decrease in moisture in the air, resulting in dry eyes. Be careful to keep the humidity around 45 percent for your eye health.
. - Use sun or ski goggles: It is also necessary to wear sunglasses in winter against wind, cold and sun rays. Especially in snowy areas, the snow covering the ground can be as effective as summer, as it reflects the sun’s Rays exponentially with its white color. Sunglasses are a mechanical barrier both in the face of wind and in the face of dust. It also protects the fine skin tissue around the eyes. However, a quality sunglasses should be selected, especially the glasses should be UV filter and UV absorption rate should be paid attention.
. - Rest Your Eyes at the beginning of the screen: when using a computer, we blink less than we normally blink. So much so that the number of cropping, which is 10-15 per minute, falls to 5-6 in front of the computer. This, in turn, increases evaporation from the surface of the eye. When this is accompanied by air-conditioned environment and dry air, the problem of drying in the eye accelerates. When on screen, move your eyes away from the screen 3 times an hour for 20 seconds. If your doctor in Turkey will recommend, moisten your eyes with artificial tear drops.
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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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