Oxygen prevents infections in the cornea

• April 24, 2024

Did you know that your eyes need oxygen? That's right, not only do you need this element so that your lungs work correctly, since the cornea it also feeds oxygen to fulfill its functions and avoid the appearance of infections or diseases ocular

The National Eye Institute indicates that the cornea, as a protective shield against the aggressions of the environment, it needs to be well nourished and moisturized; and he gets it through oxygen that comes from the atmosphere, because it does not have blood vessels .

Experts say that it is vital to maintain oxygenation in the eye , because if you do not do it, you can suffer conditions such as hypoxia (oxygen deficiency), inflammation and vascular growth in the conjunctiva.

Also, it is normal for these conditions to occur when a person uses contact lenses that block the entry of oxygen to cornea .

To avoid this situation, there are already some products that are made with materials that allow the oxygenation of the cornea, like silicone hydrogels or replacement lenses.

That is why it is important that before using any type of lens, you go with a ophthalmologist , who will be responsible for giving you the correct diagnosis and sending you the product that suits your needs. And you, do you take proper care of your eyes?

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