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Conjunctivitis Outbreak: Cases surge in India, 5 ways to protect yourself
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Published on Jul 29, 2023 04:40 PM IST
- Two of the major conjunctivitis symptoms experienced by patients are itching and grittiness.
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The country is witnessing a surge in cases of eye infection or acute conjunctivitis. The All India Institute of Medical Sciences on Saturday reported approximately 100 cases per day, doctors at the premier hospital said. Here are five ways to protect yourself from this infection: (Freepik)
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Practice good hygiene: Wash your hands frequently with soap and water. Avoid touching your eyes with unwashed hands. Avoid sharing personal items like towels, eye makeup, contact lenses, and contact lens cases with others. “It is necessary to maintain hygiene and keep our personal belongings separate, like towel hankies not to be shared to avoid spreading to other family members and seek prompt medical help to manage these conditions effectively,” Dr. Soveeta Rath, Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus and Neuro-Ophthalmology was quoted as saying by news agency ANI. (Unsplash)
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Avoid touching your eyes: Avpid touching your eyes can since that can increase the risk of transmitting infections. Wash your hands before and after touching your eyes or use a tissue. (Freepik)
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Maintain clean contact lenses: If you wear contact lenses, make sure you follow proper hygiene. Clean and disinfect your lenses regularly and avoid wearing them if you have irritated or red eyes. (Shutterstock)
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Protect your eyes from irritants: If there is a lot of dust or pollution around you, wear protective eyewear to shield your eyes from irritants that could trigger conjunctivitis. (Unsplash)
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Practice respiratory hygiene: Conjunctivitis can be caused by viral infections that spread through respiratory droplets. If you’re around someone with respiratory symptoms such as coughing or sneezing, maintain a safe distance and avoid close contact. Encourage them to practice good respiratory hygiene by covering their mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
