10 TIPS FOR SIMPLER LIVING WITH GLAUCOMA

 

For those who do not know what Glaucoma is or for those who are suffering from this disease and still not aware; here we put some light on this term. Glaucoma is a group of eye diseases that can cause vision loss and blindness by damaging a nerve in the back of your eye called the optic nerve. The symptoms can start so slowly that you may not notice them.

So now let us discuss the tips for simpler living with Glaucoma:

 

KEEP YOUR EYES SAFE

The first and most important tip is to keep your eyes safe. Wear safety glasses when working in the yard or participating in contact sports. When purchasing makeup, choose non-allergenic brands and replace items regularly. Wear sunglasses outside, especially in the summer or near high-glare surfaces such as sand, snow, and water. Glaucoma can make your eyes extremely sensitive to glare.

 

HAVE A NUTRITIOUS DIET

Maintain a healthy, well-balanced diet. According to some research, eating foods high in antioxidants may help people with glaucoma. Increase your intake of nutrient-dense foods like dried fruits, dark, leafy greens, and omega-3-rich fish.

 

CONTACTUAL CARE

If you use medicated eye drops, you should continue wearing contact lenses. You may need to use some drugs when you don’t have lenses in. Additionally, some older medications can cause a change in your vision. Furthermore, if you require surgery, you may be unable to wear contacts.

 

ALWAYS STAY ACTIVE

Regular exercise can help lower your blood pressure and keep the blood flowing to the nerves in your eyes. Go for walks, exercise, or practice yoga– the options are limitless.

 

TAKE MEDICATION AS PRESCRIBED

Take your drops or pills as instructed, and make a note of them, so you don’t forget. Missing your medicines could aggravate your glaucoma.

 

NO SMOKING

It is critical to maintain your body’s health and nicotine hurts this. Smoking also causes an increase in blood pressure and inflammation of the eyes, which can increase your risk of diabetes and cataracts. If you smoke, seek advice from your doctor on how to quit.

 

CAREFUL CAFFEINE CONSUMPTION

Keep track of how much soda, coffee, and tea you consume. Caffeine can cause high blood pressure in the eyes.

 

RAISE YOUR HEAD

When sleeping, use a wedge pillow. It will keep your head slightly raised which helps reduce your eye pressure.

 

CAREFUL DRIVING

Most glaucoma patients can still drive if they pass their state’s vision test. Simply put, the amount of vision loss will determine your ability to drive. Some people with advanced glaucoma may renew their licenses with restrictions.

 

PRACTICE YOGA

Carefully practice some yoga positions like head-down moves that place your heart above your eye, which can cause eye pressure to rise. You might want to avoid poses like downward-facing dog, standing forward bend, and legs up the wall.

 

For the best advice on Glaucoma management, visit Sohana Hospital. Our experienced ophthalmologists will suggest you the best practice for a better living.