Eye Flu Treatment: Eye flu is not taking the name of havoc. Lakhs of people across the country have become victims of this eye problem. There is a continuous increase in cases of eye flu. Eye flu ie Conjunctivitis is a viral infection, due to which the eyes become red and swollen. Itching and pain start in the eyes. Fluid comes out of the eyes and light sensitivity starts to be felt. Many times people also start seeing blurred due to eye flu. Now the question arises that how dangerous is eye flu for the eyes. Is there a risk of damage to the eyes and even blindness? Let's know the truth about all these questions from the doctor.
According to Dr. Tushar Grover, Ophthalmologist at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, New Delhi, an eye infection is caused by the ongoing eye flu virus, due to which people have to face problems for several days. Although this flu is not dangerous for the eyes. Most people's eye flu gets cured within a week. There is no need to take any kind of medicine for this. Artificial tear drops or lubricant drops can be used if irritation occurs. However, antibiotic drops should be taken only on the advice of a doctor. If someone has more problems than eye flu, then proper treatment should be done by meeting a doctor, because it can be caused by other problems as well.
Is eye flu at risk of eye damage?
Dr. Tushar Grover says that due to eye flu, there is no risk of weakening of vision or blindness. Most people recover on their own in 4 to 5 days. Some people may have blurred vision due to conjunctivitis, but this problem also gets cured on its own in a few days. The eyes of people of any age cannot be spoiled due to eye flu. There is no need to worry about this. However, if there is any other problem in the eyes, do not mistake it for eye flu and consult a doctor for treatment. It is necessary to be careful about the eyes.
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