Eye Care: In today's digital and modern lifestyle, we spend hours in the cool environment of air conditioners (AC). If seen, in the summer season, from malls to metros, we often stay in the cool environment of AC even in public places. There is no doubt that AC is very useful for summer days. But do you know that staying in the AC for a long time can have a bad effect on your eyes? According to experts, the cold and dry environment of AC reduces the moisture of the eyes, which can cause problems like dry eye syndrome and eye irritation. This is a matter of concern, especially for those who have worked for a long time on the screen. Let us know in this article what the effect is on the eyes when staying in AC for a long time, what the symptoms and remedies for the trouble caused by it?

The air of AC absorbs the moisture of the room, making the air dry. When this dry air comes in contact with our eyes, it rapidly dries the layer of tears present on the surface of the eyes. This layer of tears works to lubricate and provide nutrition to the eyes.

Drying of tears causes the eyes to feel dry and uncomfortable, which is called 'dry eye syndrome'. This problem increases further for people who wear contact lenses or who already have dry eye syndrome. The risk of 'dry eye syndrome' increases further for people working on screens in AC, because they blink less.

Effect of AC on eyes and symptoms
If we talk about its symptoms, then the eyes include dryness, irritation, itching, redness, blurred vision, and pain or fatigue in the eyes. If you are also having eye problems, then you should consult a doctor. Also, you can adopt some simple measures to prevent it-

Blink your eyes frequently.
This is the easiest and most effective way. Blinking keeps the eyes moist, and the layer of tears is formed again. This is very important, especially while working on the screen.

Take breaks from the screen.
If you work on a computer or smartphone for a long time, take your eyes off the screen now and then, and look at the surroundings and blink. This reduces the strain on the eyes.

Keep the body hydrated
Drinking adequate water not only keeps your body hydrated, but it also helps in the production of tears in your eyes. Drink adequate amounts of water throughout the day.

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