Take Care of Your Vision

The vision provides us with over 80% of information about our surroundings. 
That is why it is so important to take care of it throughout our lives. 
Sometimes you or someone close to you goes for eye check-ups. 
These may involve the administration of drops by a doctor or nurse. 
The drops dilate the pupils, which allows the doctor to examine the eyes thoroughly. 
Without these drops, the examination would not be possible. 

The drops cause the pupils to remain open regardless of the intensity of light. 
This phenomenon is scientifically called temporary paralysis of the sphincter muscle of the pupil. 
After a few hours, this effect disappears and the pupils react to light again, dilating in the dark and constricting in bright light. 
The pupils regulate the amount of light that enters the eye. 
Light is energy - the more light, the more energy is absorbed by the retina. 
Safety standards specify how much energy is safe for vision. 
After using drops, the eyes are more exposed to the harmful effects of light. 
The strongest source of light in our environment is the sun. 
The sun emits powerful energy that can damage the retina. 
Normally, a constricted pupil protects against sunlight, but after the drops have been administered, this natural protection is disabled. 
To protect your eyes after the drops have been administered, simply wear sunglasses. 
This simple action can prevent damage to your eyesight. 
It is important that you inform others about this threat. 

Remember. Dilated pupils that do not react to light are dangerous. 
Protect your eyes and inform others about this risk. 
Wearing sunglasses after the drops have been administered is a small effort that can protect your eyes from serious and permanent damage. 

Take care of your vision and the health of your loved ones.