Agra. Due to continuously increasing pollution in the environment, people are now facing eye diseases. Many types of problems have started occurring in the eyes. Contaminated air is causing problems like itching, rashes and redness in the eyes. As the festival of Diwali approaches, the problem may increase further due to the smoke of firecrackers. Dr. Shefali Majumdar, Head of Eye Bank of SN Medical College, said that during the time of Diwali, the number of polluted particles in the environment increases. In such a situation, people have to struggle with respiratory problems as well as eye problems. If the problem worsens then there is a fear of losing eyesight. In such a situation, you should take great care of your eyes. Also, there is a need to be very careful with children while burning the firecrackers on Diwali.
More patients suffering from eye irritation
When pollution increases in the environment, more patients are coming in with common problems like redness of eyes, increased itching, burning sensation etc. In such a situation, some precautions need to be taken. If you are traveling on a two wheeler then definitely wear a helmet. And if you wear glasses then they will protect your eyes. Also, if you do not wear glasses then definitely wear sunglasses. Which will protect your eyes. Also you need to drink more water. Do not let there be shortage of water in the body. If something gets in the eyes, do not rub it with your hands. In such a situation, you should wash your eyes with clean water. If the problem still does not go away, contact a doctor immediately.
He told that most of the people burst firecrackers on Diwali. In such a situation, the most important thing to be kept in mind is that whenever children burst crackers in your house, it is important that a responsible person is with them. Because if any particle gets into the eyes due to firecrackers, it can completely damage the eyes.