According to the Federal Ministry of Health, as of the 34th week of this year, 12,538 cases of conjunctivitis have been registered in Yucatán state. IMSS Yucatán ophthalmologist Dr. Luis Jacobo Reséndiz Nájera explains that the main symptom of conjunctivitis is irritation. ocular surface.
“It manifests as a foreign body sensation where people feel like they are carrying sand, and it can cause itching, burning, stinging, watering of the eyes and, in some cases, blurred vision.”
Conjunctivitis is inflammation of the outer layer of the eye, called the conjunctiva, which provides protection and lubrication to the eye. Doctors say this condition is caused by a variety of factors.
“This can be due to irritation from substances that the eyes have come into contact with, or it can be due to the presence of infections, in which they can be of many types, the most common being viral, followed by bacterial ones. It can also be It’s caused by allergies (…) and we can also get it from exposure to certain medications.”
To prevent conjunctivitis, it is extremely important to maintain basic hygiene measures, such as frequent hand washing.
“Never scratch your eyes with dirty hands. In case of allergies, you need to get proper treatment from a specialist. The use of cold compresses is often very helpful, as well as changing the sheets in the house and vacuuming the floors frequently to prevent dust accumulation in the house.”
It is very important to see a doctor if you experience any symptoms related to conjunctivitis, because if left untreated, some complications may occur that can affect your vision health.