The runner used hair wax to braid hair and, after sweating, the product got into her eyes causing inflammation of the cornea
Fitness influencer Bruna Ianhez posted a video on her Instagram about the risks of using chemicals on her hair. The brunette used hair wax and, the next day, she ran 22 km. Due to sweating, the product got into her eyes causing a inflammation in the cornea. According to her, her condition was mild ocular keratitis.
According to Dr. Mayra Neves de Melo, ophthalmologist at CBV-Hospital de Olhos, when you use chemicals on your hair or in the eye area and you sweat, there is a risk that the substance comes into contact with your eyes, causing various damages . The specialist cites, for example, irritation, inflammation, chemical conjunctivitis and even keratitis, as in Bruna’s case.
Therefore, the doctor recommends looking for products on the Anvisa website, where there is a list of banned ointments and products that should be avoided.
Furthermore, it is recommended to use bands to create a mechanical barrier, which prevents sweat from entering the eyes.
Inflammation in the cornea
According to the expert, the first symptoms of inflammation of the cornea they are itching, irritation, tearing, sensitivity to light and pain. “At the onset of these symptoms, it is necessary to do abundant washing, remove the stimulus that causes this irritation and consult an ophthalmologist as soon as possible to be able to identify the damage caused, the degree of involvement and start early treatment,” he recommends.
The professional explains that inflammation of the cornea is caused by damage to the eye. That is, due to the chemical product or the mechanical aggression that we suffer by scratching the area, trying to defend ourselves from the discomfort.
“It’s like a loss of the surface layer of the cornea, which is called keratitis. And, in fact, any makeup that comes into contact with the eyes can cause the problem,” he warns.
For those who practice physical exercise this advice is even more important. “Whenever you go for a run, do intense physical activity, avoid using pomades and other chemicals on your hair. Use at most an oil for hydration. Also, try to use a barrier, such as a towel over your eyes “, says the ophthalmologist.
Risk of losing sight
Bruna said in the video that he could have lost his sight if his condition had been more serious. According to Dr. Mayra this risk exists, even if it is low. “If you have a secondary infection, if there is no treatment, it can cause an ulcer, perforation and deterioration of vision. Therefore, it causes a permanent lesion with a scar on the cornea and, as a result, the patient’s vision is seriously compromised compromised”, concludes the specialist.
Source: Terra
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