Frequently Asked Questions
- When should the first eye examination be done in infants?
Even if babies have no complaints about vision, regular eye examinations are recommended from the age of 1 year. An eye examination allows early diagnosis of diseases such as lazy eye syndrome, which is common in infants.
- Does a long stay at the computer worsen your eyesight?
People who play computer games and work at the computer for many hours may be more likely to develop allergies, dry and inflamed eyelash roots, and may have impaired long-distance vision. For this reason, it is recommended to rest your eyes and blink at regular intervals.
- What are the main symptoms of eye diseases?
Watery eyes, itchy eyes, difficulty reading, text confusion, eye and headache, head tilt when reading, squinting, and trouble concentrating are symptoms of eye disease.
- How should light be used in a work environment?
Soft yellow lighting is recommended in the working environment. To rest your eyes, you need to sleep in a dark room.
- Are eye diseases transmitted through cosmetics?
Make-up products cannot be shared. Conjunctivitis can be transmitted through someone else's make-up products, such as eye shadow, eyeliner, and mascara.
- Are light-colored eyes more sensitive to the sun?
In particular, people with light-colored eyes are more sensitive to sunlight. Redness is more common in people with light-colored eyes than in people with dark eyes. For this reason, people with light-colored eyes need to wear sunglasses.
- Is it harmful to the eyes to look at the sun and the sun's rays?
Excessive exposure to sunlight can eventually cause clouding of the lens, cataracts, and sensitivity at the visual point. It is important to wear sunglasses during periods when the sun's rays are perpendicular to the ground.
- What should I do if I get hit in the eye or when there's a foreign object in the eye?
In case of a sudden hit or a foreign object getting into the eye, it is recommended not to rub the eye and consult an ophthalmologist. If present, rinse with saline, if not, with plenty of water, and consult an ophthalmologist.
- Are diseases transmitted through tears?
Don't wipe other people's tears. If the eye has redness, excessive tearing, and swelling of the eyelids, it may be contagious. In case of contact, it is recommended to wash hands with plenty of soap.
Prepared by the Dünyagöz Hospital Editorial Board.
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Last Update Date: 12.05.2023
