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Eye LibraryLongterm changes associated with UV radiation Our Sun sends out powerful radiation, most of which bounces off our planet's atmosphere and is redirected into space. Some radiation however will penetrate our atmosphere and reach the Earth's surface. Some radiation is very helpful to us; the visible spectrum radiation allows vision for humans. Some radiation is harmful, namely ultra-violet or UV. For our purposes, UV radiation induces changes to the skin around the eye, the front surface of the eye, the lens and finally the rear of the eye or retina.
For these reasons, everyone should wear protective eyewear either with a UV 400 coating on spectacle lenses or UV protective sunglasses. Are there times when UV is not a concern? Yes, nighttime and rain. These are the only two occasions where UV radiation does not reach us. Children Dr. Moison and Dr. Nurani recommend that children have their first vision assessment done by the ages of 2-3 years, then yearly afterwards. At this age we are able to assess the health and development of the eyes. The main reason for such a young age is to diagnose the particular condition amblyopia or "lazy eye". Lazy eye can only be effectively treated before a child reaches 5 years of age. After this point, unfortunately, despite corrective lenses, surgeries or laser intervention, a child would then remain with a lazy eye for life. Another important reason to see children at a young age is to offer options to slow myopia (nearsightedness) progression. These options are best discussed on an individual child's needs with Dr. Moison or Dr. Nurani. Allergies Seasonal allergies affect many of us and springtime is often the peak. Thankfully, ocular allergies are treated successfully with an eye drop that is easy to use and that is very safe. So, if this allergy season is bothering your eyes, just email or call us today!
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