“Smoke from fires can cause vision damage”, warns ophthalmologist in Manaus

Smoke in Manaus

According to the expert, the smoke caused by fires contains carcinogenic substances that reach the breath

Manaus (AM) – The smoke that covered Manaus in recent weeks presents risks to vision. According to ophthalmologist and researcher Swammy Mitozo, smoke is an eye irritant. If you can’t avoid staying away from her, you need to use an artificial lubricant.

“The use of lubricant in these cases prevents what we call dry eye syndrome, or inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva, such as keratitis and conjunctivitis”,

Swammy said.

The smoke caused by fires contains carcinogenic substances that reach the breathing, lungs and several other organs, including the eyes. “The eyes are harmed due to the levels of carbon in suspension”, highlighted Swammy.

According to the ophthalmologist, the irritability caused by smoke can harm the eyes, preventing the mucous membranes from having the necessary defenses against environmental adversities.

Swammy explains that contact with these carbon levels causes changes in the cells responsible for producing the mucous layer of tears, which causes the tear to spread throughout the eye, in addition to inflammation of the eyelid glands that produce the oily component of the tear. and that prevents it from evaporating faster.

“Tears have the function of protecting the eyeball, as they keep the eye lubricated and protected from injuries,”

Swammy added.

Pay attention to medications

If there is any consequence of eye irritation caused by smoke from fires or the like, you should consult an ophthalmologist.

In case of more severe discomfort or accidents involving the eyes, Swammy warns that it is important to go to the ophthalmologist as soon as possible.

“The eye is one of the most exposed parts of our body, and also the most fragile, so it is extremely important to seek help immediately,”

instructed the ophthalmologist.

*With information from consultancy

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