{By: Dr. Digvijay Singh}
The Holy city of Shragraj is also referred to as a confluence, very religious and cultural significance for Indian people, which attracts tourists and pilgrims throughout the year to participate in the famous holy dip in Triveni Sangam- Ganga, A combination of Yamuna rivers and Saraswati mythological river. While bathing practices are considered to purify a person’s spirit, as well as monitoring one’s health such as eyes are incredibly important. There is a major risk of infection caused by water in particular since eye care.
Waterborne eye infection
Eye care should be mandatory before bathing in Triveni Sangam as it can be a feeding ground for various viruses, bacteria and other harmful pollutants while cleaning spiritually that can result in eye infections. Some eye infections that are usually spread through water particles are as follows:
1. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) – This eye condition can develop due to bacteria or viral transmission and is discharged from the eye swelling, pain and pus.
2. Acanthamoeba Keratitis – This infection affects the vision and has the ability to be destructive to meet vision loss if left unattainable. Eye infection is caused by microorganisms found in contaminated water and is extremely painful.
3. Fungal eye infection – Eye infection caused by bacteria causing inflammation and vision deformation due to exposure to organic matter.
4. allergic reaction – Many microorganisms present in water along with chemicals and pollutants can trigger allergic reactions such as itching, redness and tearing in the eyes.
Avoiding risk assessment for eye injuries: suggestions and recommendations
1. Use swimming glasses or protective ievier
Swimming glasses can be worn or glasses that are waterproofed before drowning one’s head under water. These will help keep your eyes free from harmful contaminants.
2. Rubbing should be avoided
If your eyes are sneak, do not rub them as it worsens your condition. You spoil your risk of infection by rubbing because bacteria can be scrubbed deeply in the eye. Instead, rinse these eyes immediately with clean bottled water.
3. Eye washing with lubricant solution
After coming in contact with water, the preservation-free lubricant eye drops can be used in an attempt to remove irritability and help to calm the eyes.
4. Contact lens restriction
The risk of infection increases with wearing contact lens while taking a dip in water. Harmful microorganisms can be implicated against the surface of the eye. Always remove your lens.
5. Eye and hand hygiene
You need to maintain proper hand cleanliness. Before you apply any eye drops or touch your eyes, wash your hands well with soap and clean water.
6. Dipper check
This group of people is’ dry eyes’ or any other recent eye surgery ‘or some’ conjunctivitis’ is the pre -condition that should only avoid water.
7. Consult a medical professional on symptomatic development
If you develop any type of redness, swelling, abnormal eye water filling, pain, or blur of vision after swimming, be sure to reach an ophthalmologist as soon as possible. Receiving treatment as soon as possible can help avoid desperate infection and even vision loss.
Author, Dr. Digvijay Singh is the director in Noble Eye Care in Gurugram
[Disclaimer: The information provided in the article, including treatment suggestions shared by doctors, is intended for general informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.]
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