Abnormal signs in the eye

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The article was professionally consulted by Specialist Doctor II Nguyen Thai Hung - Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Danang International Hospital.
Eyes are a very important organ, any eye disease affects the health and life of the patient. Early detection of abnormal signs in the eyes such as dry eyes, eye fatigue, eye socket pain ... will help improve treatment efficiency and prevent the risk of complications.

1. Abnormal signs in the eyes

Any change in the eyes can be a sign of a disease or problem that the patient is having. These signs are often very simple and easy to get in daily life such as eye socket pain, eye fatigue, dry eyes or waking up with sore eyes ... so often ignored or ignored, until they cause unimaginable discomfort, then seek treatment or remedy. This has made the eyes weak, impaired vision and significantly affected the quality of daily life and work.
Some abnormal signs in the eyes that can warn of dangerous diseases include:
Dry eyes and burning eyes Patients with dry eyes will have frequent burning of eyes and difficulty opening their eyes when they wake up. The cause of this condition can be due to too much computer use or weather changes, side effects of some medications you are taking, age or a problem with the tear glands that make it less effective. .
If the dry eye condition is not accompanied by other abnormalities, the patient can use artificial tears as directed by the doctor to help moisten his eyes.

Itchy and swollen eyes Signs of eye swelling, itching or pain in the eye sockets that occur frequently or seasonally are common signs of people having pollen, weather or dust allergies. In this case, the patient can use eye drops as prescribed by the doctor, but need to read the instructions carefully before using because these drugs contain antihistamines, so they can cause dry eyes. and aggravate the problem.
Eye pain and fatigue Eye fatigue or eye pain can be a common phenomenon, a warning of accommodation disorder, especially when the patient is in a state of sleep deprivation or using electrical devices for a long time. Death for a long time makes the eyes do not rest, it will cause pain and eye fatigue.
In addition, if the patient has glaucoma, it can also cause eye pain, in case the pain is severe and for a long time, even when resting, it is necessary to go to a specialized medical facility for treatment. examination, diagnosis and proper treatment plan.
Blurs One of the abnormal signs in the eye is dangerous, if vision is impaired, the patient needs to go to the hospital for timely examination and treatment.
Red eyes Red eyes are a very common phenomenon in life, which can be caused by allergies or dry eyes. In cases where the eye is too dry, it can also cause the small blood vessels on the conjunctiva to burst, causing the spaces or the entire conjunctiva to become red, the patient can apply medication according to the doctor's prescription to relieve the condition. However, if the redness of the eyes is accompanied by symptoms of burning, eye rust, swelling, it is necessary to see a doctor as soon as possible.
Appearance of red spots in the eyes If suddenly there are red spots in the eyes, it is most likely that the tiny blood vessels under the conjunctiva are broken when subjected to an impact on the eye such as surgery, impact ... usually these red spots will disappear on their own after a few days or a week.
In addition, the appearance of red spots in the eyes can also happen to people with diabetes when too much sugar in the blood will cause small blood vessels to become blocked, swollen and broken. If left untreated, it can lead to serious vision loss.
Black streaks in vision (symptoms of seeing flies) There are many cases of suddenly seeing light rays or black streaks, which can be a warning sign of retinal tear, retinal detachment, vitreous detachment, ... the patient needs to quickly find a specialized medical facility for examination, diagnosis and appropriate treatment by a doctor, if delay can lead to rapid vision loss.

2. Care measures to keep your eyes bright and healthy

The eyes are the part that often suffers damage due to external influences, this is an extremely important part that needs special care. To help keep your eyes healthy, you need to take the initiative to take care of your eyes every day by:
Provide essential nutrients for your eyes thanks to foods containing omega 3, vitamin A, vitamin C... Periodic eye exams To screen for eye diseases and have timely treatment measures Limit the use of electronic devices for a long time, if working with computers for a long time, it is necessary to have a plan to rest the eyes. Protect your eyes from agents that are dangerous to your eyes, need to wash your hands thoroughly before touching your eyes or mouth. When going out in the sun, wear sunglasses. Limit direct damage to the eyes during sports or accidents... Apply eye care measures in the morning for better vision. Exercise your eyes for better vision. In fact, there are many seemingly harmless signs that warn of dangerous problems for the eyes, so if you are subjective and pay little attention to your health, you will have to suffer heavy consequences. . A healthy eyes will make work more efficient and life happier, everyone should pay more attention to their eyes and must quickly go to the hospital for examination if abnormal signs are detected in the eyes. .

The Eye Specialist at Vinmec International General Hospital is the address for the treatment of eye-related diseases with comprehensive quality in both expertise and medical services.
Eye specialist at Vinmec has comprehensive vision and eye health care functions for children, adults and the elderly including: refractive error check, laser treatment and surgery. In addition, the department also has the task of coordinating with other clinical departments in the treatment of pathological complications and eye injuries caused by accidents.
Besides, the team of Ophthalmologists here are experienced doctors who have implemented many types of surgery from routine to difficult surgeries, especially techniques that require aesthetics. . With enthusiasm and love for the profession, the team of doctors working at Vinmec always gives customers the best services with the highest service quality.
Specialist II Nguyen Thai Hung has 13 years of experience as an eye doctor at C Hospital Da Nang and Ngu Hanh Son General Hospital - Da Nang. Currently working as an Ophthalmologist at the Inter-specialty Clinic of Medical Examination - Internal Medicine, Vinmec International General Hospital Da Nang.

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