Ultraviolet (UV) rays may not be seen directly by your bare eyes. But they are there and are harmful to your eyes. When you go outdoors for a long period, especially when the sun is at its peak, your eyes are prone to get sunburned. This case is called photokeratitis. Of course, you can protect your eyes from this eye problem by wearing sunglasses designed with UV protection features.
Check the label if the glasses can block at least 99% of the UV rays. You may opt for glasses with large lenses because they can have increased coverage. In addition, polarized lenses are best because they can block glare coming from the sun.
Here are other tips experts give to protect your eyes from UV rays:
- Reduce the time you spend outdoors, especially during the peak of the sun (10:00 AM to 4:00 PM).
- Use wide-brimmed hats for added shade and protection.
- Apply sunblock or sunscreen.
Your optometrist Fort Worth, TX is a valuable resource when it comes to issues and concerns that you may have with your eyes.
