Useful Tips For Eye Rubbers

Keratoconus is one of the common eye diseases which affects cornea. The cornea is the front surface of the eye. When it gets diseased, the vision may get distorted and finally corneal graft becomes the ultimate option to get the eyes fixed.

One of the things that we have to do to be away from keratoconus is to stop eye rubbing. This condition is also seen in people who suffer from atopic conditions like eczema, asthma, allergies and hay fever. They tend to rub the eyes and in turn, the disease gets progressed. 

Three tips to cut down eye rubbing:

When we rub our eyes, it feels pleasurable and soothing sensation as well. If you still want to rub the eyes, try to rub around the eyes. Try to form a circle by touching the thumb with your index finger and then rotate it around the eyes. Do not apply any pressure. By doing this, it well relax the muscles around the eyes. Even rubbing the earlobes will give you a pleasant feel.

Itchy eyes are the main reason for eye rubbing. Patients with keratoconus suffer from seasonal allergies. Allergic conjunctivitis is managed by using anti-histamines and mast-cell stabilizers. Use it twice a day for effective results. Oral histamines should not be used for a long time as it can cause dry eyes. They are not at all advised for contact lens wearers. It is also recommended to use preservative free eye drops. Cold eye packs and gel packs are also known to ease itching. 

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