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health1 year ago•1 min saved

"Warning: Eye Pain and Eclipse Glasses Recall After Solar Eclipse"

Dr. Vincente Diaz, Chief of Ophthalmology at Yale New Haven Hospital, warns of an increase in patients experiencing eye pain after Monday's solar eclipse, with three cases already attended to and more expected. Symptoms can range from mild discomfort to potential permanent vision loss, particularly affecting younger individuals who have less natural eye protection. Dr. Diaz advises those with symptoms such as red eyes, soreness, or vision loss to seek medical attention as symptoms may take days to appear.

via WTNH.com|

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health1 year ago•1 min saved

"Eclipse Eye Safety: Expert Advice for Post-Eclipse Eye Pain and Damage Detection"

Following the recent total solar eclipse, Google searches for "eyes hurt" spiked as people sought relief for eye pain after looking at the eclipse without proper protection. Symptoms of eye damage include blurry vision, headache, blind spots, increased light sensitivity, distorted vision, and changes in color perception. Experts advise not to panic, as effects may be temporary, but those experiencing discomfort should consult an ophthalmologist, as symptoms of solar retinopathy, caused by light damaging the retina, may not appear until hours after exposure.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

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science-and-technology1 year ago•2 min saved

"Protecting Your Eyes: Safely Viewing the Solar Eclipse Without Risking Retinal Damage"

Google searches for "eyes hurt" spiked following the total solar eclipse in the U.S. as people sought information about their eye pain, likely due to staring at the sun without protective glasses. The spike in searches occurred around the time the moon started to pass between the Earth and the sun, and related searches included inquiries about looking at the sun and experiencing pain during the eclipse. The next total solar eclipse in the U.S. is expected in 2044.

via IGN|

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