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Hello dr , I have myopia of power -11D and -17D, I want your advice for healthy eye sight for long term
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First and foremost thing is to get your retina examined by a retina surgeon
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As you are a very high myope plz do regular retina screening atleast once in six months with a retina specialist.and if u ever have symptoms like flashes of lights infront of ur eyes plz consult a retina consultant immediately.
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Balanced Diet, Avoid Mental Stress, Stay hydrated.
Reducing screen time.
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Dr. Miss Hema Mansukhlal Mer
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
1 yrs exp
Mumbai
Eat balance nutritious diet rich in anti oxidant.
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Dr. Rutvi Parikh
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
9 yrs exp
Vadodara
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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Dr. Nikhilesh Shete
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
2 yrs exp
Sangli
Junk food , less outdoor activities , more screen time has role in myopia.
Avoid these things
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Pl have good diet. Have sufficient Sleep. Pl do not strain. Avoid severe coughing,and straining etc.pl have periodical eye examination. Wear the spects continuously. Pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.
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Dr. Saba Kausar
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Reduce screen time.
Stay hydrated.
Consume healthy nutritious diet with lots of fruits and vegetables.
Annual eye examination.
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