I changed my lifestyle to prevent conjunctivitis.

I frequently suffer from allergic conjunctivitis, rhinitis, and dry eye. So, during seasonal changes like now, I pay extra attention to my eye health. I'd like to share my current routine to prevent conjunctivitis.

 

1. What is conjunctivitis?

 

This is a condition in which the conjunctiva covering the eye becomes inflamed.

 

2. What are the symptoms of conjunctivitis?

 

Symptoms of conjunctivitis include redness, itchiness, swelling, and pain. When I had conjunctivitis, the eye pain was so severe that it felt like my eyes were going to pop out. The swelling was so severe that I couldn't even open my eyes properly when I woke up.

 

3. What are you doing to prevent conjunctivitis?

 

First, to prevent conjunctivitis, use artificial eye drops to keep your eyes from drying out. You know that using artificial tears too often isn't good for you, right? The recommended dosage is 1 to 2 drops 4 to 6 times a day. Do not exceed 6 times.

 

 

Second, wash your hands frequently to prevent conjunctivitis.

This is the most basic step. To prevent conjunctivitis, always wash your hands with running water and hand sanitizer for at least 30 seconds after going outside.

 

Third, never touch your eyes to prevent conjunctivitis.

Many people touch their eyes without realizing it. Never rub or touch your eyes.

 

Fourth, take time to rest your eyes and apply warm compresses to prevent conjunctivitis.

 

These days, we use our phones and computers a lot. I also suffer from dry eyes, so I have a routine I always follow before bed to keep my eyes healthy. I'm giving my eyes a steam warming eye mask. It lasts about 30 minutes and is fragrance-free, so I feel healed and my eyes feel warm when I do it, and I love it so much that I do it every day.

 

 

Fifth. Get regular eye exams every six months.

 

To prevent conjunctivitis, make sure to change your lifestyle and see an ophthalmologist for regular checkups every six months. It's hard to reverse eye health if you neglect it!