40 %  Rise in Eye related problems due to high level of pollution in Delhi

November 23, 2023
  • Eye Specialist see around 40 % increase in cases  related to eye problems
  • High level of pollution in Delhi NCR increases number of patients in OPD  

India

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New Delhi, November 23, 2023;

Ophthalmologists in Delhi are observing sharp rise in number of patients suffering from eye problems like allergy, burning of eyes and itching due to high level of pollution in the capital..

Dr Ikeda Lal, Cornea and Refractory Surgery Specialist, at Delhi Eye Centre and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital New Delhi.  Said,” With severe air quality and high level of pollution in Delhi NCR , We are observing an increase in number of patients coming to us with complains of redness, Itching, and watering in the eyes. Patients with pre-existing dry eyes are experiencing exacerbation due to high pollution. We are observing almost increase of 40 % in number of patients coming to us with eye related problems. Pollutants and dust in the air is one of the major reasons for causing eye allergy and eye related problem 

Dr. Rajesh Sinha, Professor of Ophthalmology at RP Centre AIIMS New Delhi said   The rising pollution In Delhi, the capital city of India is a great concern as far as eyes are concerned. We are observing increase in cases of eye related problems in our OPDs. Due to increasing pollution, there is increase in the incidence of dry eye and ocular allergy. This is causing discomfort even in normal eyes and aggravates the eye complaints in eyes that are prone to dryness and allergies. If care is not taken immediately, some of these eyes can have reduced vision due to this problem as well ”

Dr. Ikeda Lal further said, People with complains of itching in the eyes are likely to suffer from allergic eye disease. Patients with pre-existing dry eyes may experience excessive dryness, irritation and burning due to ocular surface inflammation. Lubricating eye drops and the use of sunglasses are also helpful options. Contact lenses and eye makeup should be avoided until the eyes are healed completely. In case of any eye related problems, consulting an ophthalmologist is recommended and exposure to polluted air should be minimized”.

Doctors advice to follow basic steps as precautions and tips to help deal with allergy caused due to pollution. Do not rub eyes if they itchWash eyes with clean water; repeat if it still feels uncomfortableCold compresses help in relieving mild itching. See an eye doctor as soon as possible and avoid prolonged exposure of eyes to pollution.

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