Photophobia causes increased sensitivity to light and is more common in summer. People with light eyes are more sensitive
Anyone who experiences any kind of discomfort when looking into the light should be careful, as it could be photophobia. The disease increases the sensitivity of the eyes to lighting, both natural and artificial. The main cause of discomfort, however, is the sun’s rays, which become more intense at this time of year.
Dr. Giovanna Marchezine, an ophthalmologist at the Hospital de Olhos de Cuiabá (HOC), explains that people with photophobia usually do not feel pain, but only eye discomfort in brightly lit environments. “When this symptom is associated with visual difficulties, astigmatism is the main cause,” she says.
He points out that the disease especially affects those with light eyes. This is because the light iris has little melanin. In this way the light rays go beyond the thickness of the iris and reach the retina with greater intensity. “This situation can generate photophobia in some people,” explains the doctor.
Fortunately, it is possible to prevent the disease and preserve eye health, which is even more important as summer approaches. To achieve this goal, the ophthalmologist recommends the use of prescription or non-prescription sun lenses, as they help visual comfort. Additionally, it is important not to look directly at a bright light source, even when wearing sun lenses.
Source: Terra
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