Eye Flu Care and Prevention Tips
Eye Flu is the Common disease. Flu does not float in the air. It sticks to the snot we blow out of our nose or sneeze into our hands. When we touch something that a sick person touched. View the Prevention and care tips of Eye Flu and safe from flu are given below
Eye Flu - Care and Prevention
Conjuctivitis or Eye Flu is generally not serious but Contagious. It causes redness, itching, discharge (watery or thick), crusting that forms overnight, sensitivity to light and a gritty feelings in the eyes.
Care and Prevention Tips:
* Never rub your eyes with your Fingers, when they itch
* Touching them is the best way to infect them with Micro organisms
* Wash them using only clean water and eye drops can be used to relax the eyes
* Clean your eyes and surrounding areas regularly to avoid infection. Avoid eye contact with dirt
* Towels or Wash cloths could be infected with viruses or bacteria. So you should use your own towels. Used towels should be washed properly and should be changed frequently
* You should avoid stress by performing relaxation techniques such as yoga, meditation, acupuncture, massage etc
* When working on a computer screen, try to rest from time to time. Do not force your vision trying to read too small a text
* Always read in places with good light. Fluorescent light should be avoided as much as possible as it produces a continuous vibration, which can irritate your eyes
* Tell your childrens, not to share your eye drops, eye makeup, tissues, wash cloths, towels or pillow cases with other people, including family members
* Encourage Childrens to wash their hands throughout the day, particularly after playing with other childrens or handling their toys
* Contact lenses can be another source of bacteria and viruses that causes Eye Flu. Disinfect your lenses before wearing them again and throw away any disposable lenses that came into contact with the infected eye
* Maintain a Proper healthy diet, especially a diet rich in Vitamin A, Vitamin B and Vitamin C
* Avoid Toxins such as alcohol or tobacco smoking
* Always wear Sunglasses when in the sun, wind or cold to prevent eye irritation