EYE DISEASES
EYE DISEASES
In Ayurveda Eye diseases has been described as“NETRA ROGA”.
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THE DESCRIPTION OF EYE DISEASES IN THIS WEB PAGE IS BASED ON ACHARYA CHARAK’S CHARAK SANNHITA.
CLASSIFICATION OF EYE DISEASES
In Ayurveda eye diseases have been classified into following four types:
1. Vataj netra roga
2. Pittaj netra roga
3. Kaphaj netra roga
4. Sannipataj netra roga
SYMPTOMS
Symptoms of Vataj Netra roga
When vataj dosha gets vitiated in eyes it gives rise to following symptoms :
• Mild redness in eyes
• Rheum in the eyes
• Pain as if needles are pricking in the eyes
• Paing as if someone is cutting
Symptoms of Pittaj Netra roga
When pittaj dosha gets vitiated in eyes it gives rise to following disorders.
• Burning sensation in eyes
• Severe pain
• Redness
• Secretion of yellow coloured rheum
• Tears are hot than normally they are.
Symptoms of Kaphaj Netra roga
When kaphaj dosha gets vitiated in eyes it gives rise to following disorders.
• Secretion of white coloured rheum
• Tears are sticky in nature
• Heaviness in the eyes
• Itiching occurs in the eyes.
Symptoms of Sannipataj netra roga
when all the three doshas get vitiated in the eyes they give rise to the the symptoms of all the doshas as discussed above.
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TREATMENT OF EYE DISEASES
• Vidalak should be used according to the vitiated doshas.
• Aschayotan of mild hot medicated water should be given.
• Varti ka prayog karein
• Choornangan shouled be applied in the eyes.
• Netra basti should be given.
Above description has been done on the basis of Ancient Ayurvedic Acharya,s book named Charak sannhita writeen by Acharya Charak.
DO’S AND DONOT’S
However in case of an eye injury, follow the instructions below and immediately rush to the nearest eye specialist.
Injury caused by small objects
If you get something in your eye, don’t rub your eye.
Try blinking the eye under running water.
Objects in the lower lid can be removed by pulling down on the skin just below the eyelid.
Lift your upper eyelid outward and gently pull it down over the lower lash causing tears to flow washing the object out of your eye repetitively.
If you are wearing contact lenses, remove the lens and clean it thoroughly before putting it back in your eye
If you are hit in the eye by a large object such as a ball or a rock with high speed can result in serious injury. Don’t attempt to manipulate the eyes yourself.
See your ophthalmologist who can check your eye for any internal damage.
Injury caused by chemicals and dangerous liquids or powders
For chemicals or oils or other caustic materials splashed in your eyes, immediately flush your eyes with cool water for at least 15 minutes.
If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them immediately.
See your ophthalmologist immediately and take along with you the chemical bottle or the label to show to the doctor.
Injury caused by sharp objects
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Never attempt to treat a cut, laceration or penetrating eye injury (caused by knives, hooks or pointed instruments) except to stop the bleeding of eyelids or skin areas around the eyes.
Seek immediate medical attention.
The best way to treat eye injuries is to prevent them from happening in the first place. Don’t forget to be aware of potential eye hazards and wear appropriate eye protection.
Our team recommends you to seek immediate medical attention if you notice any of the following symptoms:
Sudden loss of vision
Blurred vision, even if gradual of time
Double vision
Flashes
Floaters in vision, which may look like spots, flies, etc
Sudden marked distortion in vision
Severe redness of the eye
Severe pain in the eye, itching or dryness
Scratchy feeling or feeling that there is something in the eye
Light sensitivity, especially if severe or painful
Haloes around lights
Discharge, especially if heavy and with pain or redness of the eye
Inability to see at night
Fluctuating vision
Protrusion of the eye, especially with pain or loss of vision
