Especialidades JA/Primeros auxilios/Fotoqueratitis
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La exposición a la luz solar reflejada por la nieve, el hielo o el agua, incluso en días grises y nublados, puede resultar en quemaduras de sol de los tejidos que comprenden la superficie del ojo, así como la retina, produciendo ceguera de la nieve.
- Symptoms
- Symptoms may not be apparent until up to 12 hours after exposure. The eyes initially feel irritated and dry; then, as time passes, eyes feel as though they are full of sand. Blinking and moving the eyes may be extremely painful. The eyelids are usually red, swollen, and difficult to open.
- Remedial Action
- A mild case will heal spontaneously in a few days, but you can obtain some relief by applying cold compresses and a lightproof bandage. An ophthalmic ointment can be applied hourly to relieve pain and lessen the inflammatory reaction.
- WARNING
- Do not rub your eyes.
