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Advice for high myopia patient
Hi Dr , my glasses no. Is -17D and -10.5 D . what's your advice or recommendation for high myopia , what are the do's and donts
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Lutein, zeaxanthin are part of the carotenoid family of antioxidants . They  are found in the cells of many types of plants and human retina. these nutrients may help: suppress inflammation defend against free radicals and oxidative stress enhance the sharpness of your vision improve your visual contrast sensitivity reduce glare impairment protect eye tissue from sunlight damage reduce cell loss and death related to eye disease protect your eyes from harmful blue light. But It will not reduce your glass power It may help to maintain the power The highest amount of dietary lutein is found in leafy green vegetables, such as: spinach broccoli lettuce parsley basil leeks peas With that outdoor activities and decreasing the duration of near work like digital devices have been reported very helpful. And monthly follow up is needed for thorough slit lamp examination and glass power and compliance and any retina complications
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Avoid rubbing Maintain hygiene Blink more Drink water adequately Cold compression Cold water lavage Follow rule of 20- Means after 20 min of work ,take rest for 20 sec and look at 20feet distance Reduce brightness of the screen Away from AC Airflow Use lubricant drop- refresh liquigel Wear glasses outside Take nuts for essential fatty acids (Omega 3) Avoid second hand smoke May need physical consultation for thorough slit lamp examination
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Reduce screen time. Eat healthy nutritious diet
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Pl reduce screen time. Pl have leafy vegetables, and balanced diet.Avoid stress and strain.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment .
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