Maria Celeste Calceta, Eye MD, Online Consultation

PROTECT YOUR EYES FROM CHLORINE OR POOL WATER

Summer is the perfect time to take a refreshing dip in the pool. However, chlorine-treated swimming pools can irritate or even harm your eyes. Here are some steps you can take to protect your eyes from chlorinated pool water:

✅ Wear a pair of swim goggles every time you swim. Goggles keep pool chemicals out of your eyes, helping to keep your tear film healthy.
✅ Splash your closed eyes with fresh water immediately after swimming. This washes chlorine and other chemicals off your eyelids and eyelashes.
✅ Use over-the-counter lubricating eye drops before and after swimming to keep the tear film balanced and eyes comfortable.
✅ If you have dry eye, you can help protect your tear film by putting in thicker artificial tears or “gel tears” before putting on your goggles. Check with your ophthalmologist to see about prescription eye drops as well.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

PREVENT SORE EYES THIS DRY SEASON

The Department of Health (DOH) has warned the public about sore eyes, one of the common ailments during the dry months of summer. Here are some steps you can take to prevent sore eyes:

✅ Minimize exposure to direct sunlight, particularly during midday, to reduce the risk of contracting sore eyes and other seasonal illnesses.
Wear eyeglasses or sunglasses on windy days to protect your eyes from foreign particles.
✅ Wash hands frequently and thoroughly with soap and water. Minimize hand-to-eye contact.
✅ Use your own towels, eyedrops, makeup and sunglasses.
✅ Disinfect surfaces, doorknobs, counters, elevator buttons, and handrails with dilute bleach solution.
✅ Avoid crowded places.
✅ Wash clothes, towels, pillowcases, and anything else which may have come in contact with a person with sore eyes.

Talk to your ophthalmologist for more information about sore eyes prevention.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

WHAT CAUSES EYE BAGS?

As we grow older, tissues around our eyes gradually weaken and sag. The loss of skin tone allows fat to shift forward into the lower eyelids, making them look puffy and swollen. Fluid can also pool in this area and lead to swelling (edema) which can contribute to the puffy appearance.

Shadows may also appear under the eyes. They may be cast by swollen, puffy eyelids due to aging. Other factors that can contribute to eye bags include inadequate sleep, smoking, allergies, retaining fluid (often after waking up, or after eating salty food), and inheriting the condition (it can run in families).



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

EYELASH LOSS: WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR

Consult your doctor immediately if:

⚠️ the lash loss is happening on both lids
⚠️ you’re also losing hair on your eyebrows or scalp
⚠️ you also have skin changes like itching, redness or scaling
⚠️ you have a feeling of pressure around your eyes
⚠️ you have any vision loss

Talk to your ophthalmologist for more information.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

HOME REMEDIES FOR SIMPLE EYE PROBLEMS

To reduce swelling and ease the pain of a black eye on the first day, apply an ice pack to the eye for 15 to 20 minutes at a time, once every 4 to 6 hours for the first day or two. Use over-the-counter antihistamine eye drops to ease eye allergy symptoms, artificial tears to wash allergens from your eyes, and allergen-reducing covers for your bed. For a stye, run a washcloth under warm water, wring it out and place it over your closed eye. Repeat this three to four times a day for at least a week.

If symptoms don’t go away or worsen, see your ophthalmologist.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

CATARACT SURGERY: FACTORS TO CONSIDER

Talk to your ophthalmologist about the type of intraocular lens (IOL) that meets your vision needs, lifestyle, and budget. PhilHealth and most insurance companies and HMOs provide coverage for cataract surgery. Take into account that it may take days to weeks to recover from cataract surgery. Your ophthalmologist will talk with you about how active you can be soon after surgery. Like any surgical procedure, cataract surgery carries risks of problems or complications.

Your ophthalmologist will talk with you about the risks and benefits of cataract surgery.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

WHEN TO HAVE AN EYE EXAM

For adults whose eyes are healthy and vision is good, the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) recommends a complete eye exam done by an ophthalmologist once in their 20s and twice in their 30s. The AAO recommends that adults get a complete eye examination at age 40 when early signs of disease or changes in vision may appear. Early diagnosis and prompt treatment of eye diseases are vital.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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CATARACT SURGERY CAN RESTORE CLEAR VISION

In cataract surgery, an ophthalmologist replaces the eye's cloudy lens with a new artificial lens, called an intraocular lens or IOL. The IOL often eliminates or reduces the need for glasses by correcting a person's near, middle or distance vision.

Cataract surgery successfully restores clear vision in the majority of people who undergo the procedure. Talk to your eye doctor for more information on the benefits of cataract surgery.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

SMOKING AND YOUR EYES

Aside from causing lung disease, heart disease, cancer, and many other serious health problems, smoking can also harm your eyes. Smoking can worsen dry eye and Grave's disease; increase your risk for cataracts, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy (if you are diabetic), optic nerve problems, and glaucoma; and lead to uveitis (inflammation of the middle layer of the eyeball).

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information on how smoking can affect your eyes.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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AM I QUALIFIED TO GET A PWD CARD?

You have Visual Disability if your:
👁️ vision is 20/70 or worse in the better eye
👁️ field of vision is less than 20 degrees wide in the better eye
👁️ vision cannot be improved by eyeglasses, medication, or surgery

Only person with poor vision that cannot be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses, medication, or surgery are eligible for PWD card.

Using eyeglasses is NOT a basis for visual disability.

This is a public advisory from the Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology.

Excessive Electronic Screen Use May Lead to Meibomian Gland Atrophy in Children Electronic screen use (ESU) increased around the world as a result of lockdowns cause by the COVID-19 pandemic.

FLASHES AND MIGRAINE

Some individuals see flashes that look like jagged lines or heat waves. They can see these flashes in one or both eyes for up to 20 minutes. This type of flash may be caused by a migraine. When you experience a headache after seeing these flashes, it’s called a “migraine headache.” If you only see the flash without getting a headache, it’s called an “ophthalmic migraine”.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information on flashes and migraine.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

With the increase in covid-19 cases, this e-consultation page is also open to symptomatic (suspected or confirmed) covid-19 mild to moderate cases.

Still accepting consultation for eye concerns.

WAYS TO REDUCE EYE STRAIN DUE TO ONLINE CLASSES

💻 Position your computer screen about 4 or 5 inches below eye level as measured from the center of the screen and 20 to 28 inches from the eyes.
💻 Position the computer screen to avoid glare.
💻 For every 20 minutes of computer viewing, look into the distance for 20 seconds to refocus your eyes.
💻 Blink frequently to keep your eyes moist.

Ask an ophthalmologist for more eye care tips.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

EYE PROBLEMS DUE TO ONLINE CLASSES

Computer vision syndrome (CVS) is the most common problem caused by online classes. Also referred to as digital eye strain, CVS describes a group of eye- and vision-related problems that result from prolonged computer, tablet, e-reader and cell phone use. The most common symptoms are eyestrain, headaches, blurred vision, dry eyes, and neck and shoulder pain.

If you experience these symptoms, visit an ophthalmologist.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

The Silent Thief of Sight

WHAT IS SORE EYES?

Sore eyes (conjunctivitis) is the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva, the transparent membrane that lines the eyelid and covers the white part of the eyeball. It is commonly caused by a bacterial or viral infection; an allergic reaction; or environmental or chemical irritants.

Common symptoms include:
👁️ eye redness,
👁️ itchiness,
👁️ gritty feeling in one or both eyes,
👁️ burning sensation,
👁️ tearing,
👁️ blurry vision,
👁️ and mucus discharge.

Consult an ophthalmologist if you experience these symptoms.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

WHAT IS TRADITIONAL CATARACT SURGERY?

In traditional cataract surgery (phacoemulsification), the surgeon uses a scalpel to create a small incision in the cornea and insert a small probe that applies ultrasound to break up the cloudy lens. Then the surgeon suctions out the broken-up pieces and replaces the lens with an artificial intraocular lens (IOL). The surgeon closes the incision with a special liquid and self-seal. Stitches are commonly not needed.

Consult an ophthalmologist for more information about phacoemulsification.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

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WAYS TO PROTECT YOUR CHILD’S EYES DURING ONLINE CLASSES

👁️ Use a timer to remind your child to take a 20-second break every 20 minutes.
👁️ Position the computer or tablet at eye level and about 18-24 inches from where your child is sitting.
👁️ Adjust screen brightness and contrast to a comfortable level.
👁️ Ensure the room has adequate lighting.
👁️ Let your child spend some time outside to slow progression of nearsightedness.

Bring your child to an eye doctor if he/she is complaining of eye pain due to excessive screen time.