Over time, repeated eye sunburns can lead to eye damage and disease.
During that time, try not to itch or rub your eyes.
If youre concerned, however, you’ve got the option to reach out to your healthcare provider.
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Dont put them in again until your eyes feel normal.
If youre spending the day on the water, wear wraparound sunglasses.
In the Mountains
High elevations have a thinner atmosphere that offers less protection from UV light.
If you are on snow-covered mountains, your risk is compounded as the sun reflects off the snow.
Artificial UV Light
Its possible to be exposed to harmful UV rays indoors too.
Any bright lights can hurt your eyes, including tanning beds, welding equipment, and lasers.
Inside, wear eye protection whenever youre around bright lights.
Choose sunglasses with a UV 400 rating or thats labeled 100% UV protection.
These offer the most eye protection.
The darkness of the lens does not necessarily indicate better UV protection.
Light-colored lenses with the proper UV rating can protect your eyes equally well from UV rays.
Polarized sunglasses can also help cut down on glare and protect your eyes from UV rays.
Remember that kids need sunglasses with UV protection too.
Sunglasses arent just for the summer months but are a good safety measure year roundjust like sunblock.
This can cause sunburned eyes, which are painful, red, or swollen.
American Academy of Ophthalmology.What is photokeratitis including snow blindness?
Food and Drug Administration.Tips to stay safe in the sun: from sunscreen to sunglasses.
American Optometric Association.Ultraviolet (UV) protection.
American Academy of Ophthalmology.What are polarized lenses for?
