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Warm compresses are a necessary and timed treatment for a number of eye related problems. Warm compresses can be used for conditions ranging from styes to dry eyes and more. Here's what you need to know to get the most out of this helpful home treatment.
1. How is hot compress for the eyes understood?
While you may intuitively know how to apply heat, this by definition involves a pad or felt cloth or gauze dipped in hot water or salt water.
To apply heat on most parts of the body, the temperature of the water should be between 107 degrees and 115 degrees F. Once squeezed out, the compress will be placed on the body to relieve pain and relieve pressure. car or to relax muscles.
However, for around the delicate skin of the eyes, you must be careful not to get the gauze too warm. The last thing you want to do is damage the surface of your eye. In this case, you want to limit the amount of heat to only 104 degrees.
2. When should hot compresses be applied?
Hot eye packs can be used for a number of ailments. May include the following eye conditions:
Dry eye due to meibomian gland disease: In this condition, the small glands along the eyelid margins are unable to supply the good quality oil needed for the protective tear film of the eye. . Papules or spots: These are two types of painful swelling on your eyelids or lids. Pink eye: Also known as conjunctivitis, is an inflammation or infection of the membrane that covers the white of the eye.
3. Benefits of hot compresses for eyes
Hot eye massage can help blood circulation more for this area. It can also help relieve pain and muscle spasms.
For people with dry eyes, the heat from the gauze can improve oil gland function by helping to open up the meibomian glands. Improving oil flow can slow tear evaporation and stabilize the tear film.
4. How to do a hot compress on the eyes
Depending on the purpose you need to apply the eye cream, preparing the application can be very simple. This process only takes a few minutes.
One tried and tested method is to use a large bowl or basin of water. With this method, you should:
Fill the tank with warm water. Make sure the water is warm but not hot enough to burn the delicate skin around the eyes. Place a clean towel or cloth in warm water and allow the material to absorb the water. Lift the towel out of the bowl and wring it out until the water stops flowing. Fold the towel and place it over your eyes for up to 10 minutes. Another way is to heat a few damp towels in the microwave. With this method, do the following:
Run two towels under the tap. Then squeeze each of them out. Fold one of the towels and place in the opened ziplock bag. Place the opened bag in the microwave on high for two minutes. Careful not to burn yourself, remove the bag from the microwave and close it. Take the remaining damp towel and wrap it around the hot pack. Apply to eyes for up to 10 minutes.
5. The meaning of hot compresses eyes
Hot eye packs are a home treatment that can help treat conditions like styes, dry eyes, and red eyes. Such a hot compress can help the area get more circulation and help ease the pain.
Hot compresses are something anyone can do. There are different ways to try, from simply dipping a cloth in a bowl of warm water to rolling it up and heating it up in the microwave.
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