Unraveling the Mystery of Eye Flu: National Health Concern Safeguarding Your Vision: Effective Precautions Against Eye Flu

Don’t Let Eye Flu Strike: Proactive Measures for Eye Safety

It is a type of infectious disease affecting the eyes due to a virus or bacteria attacking the eye. Eye flu is rising due to recent rain and floods and climate change. easily, it is spreading everywhere.

Symptoms of Eye Flu

• Eye redness, swelling eyelids, and itchy eyes.
• Yellow or watery eye discharge may or may not be present.
• Sticky eyelids.
• Children present with a fever.

Treatment for Conjunctivitis

• Use eye wipes to clean the eyes.
• Don’t rub your eyes.
• Avoid contact lens use.
• Consult a doctor before using eye drops.
• Consult an ophthalmologist if your eyes are burning or if your symptoms are severe.
• Avoid using home remedies

Prevention for the Eye flu

• Wash your hands frequently with soaps and apply sanitizers.
• wear protective goggles.
• Avoid touching eyes.
• Don’t share your Goggles, handkerchief, bedsheet towel, etc…
• Keep your environment clean.
• Avoid swimming and don’t be in crowded places without any work.

Follow the actions outlined above to keep your eyes safe from the disease Eye Flu and to spread the word to your family and friends. The instructions and details were given by DR R.P. centre ,AIIMS,New Delhi.