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Feeling like sand in eyes
I am 9 weeks pregnant now .
For the past two days I feel like sand in eyes ,especially eye lids are getting irritated ( eyes inside seems to be normal - no redness ).
I also work in IT
What are the safest options I have to get rid of it .please advise
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Could be dry eye issue.
You can use lubricating eye drop 2-3 times a day for 2 weeks.
Consult sos
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Dr. Ravi Chandna
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
9 yrs exp
Bhopal
Could be dry eyes.
Can use refresh tears 4 times a day
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Dr. Rutvi Parikh
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
11 yrs exp
Vadodara
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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