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Cold compresses are considered one of the effective natural methods in treating some health problems that affect the eye, provided that they are used in light of a set of instructions.
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In the following report, The Consulto reviews the benefits of cold eye compresses and how to use them, according to Medical News Today.
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Benefits of cold compresses for the eye
1- Moisturizing the eyes
In a 2013 study, researchers found that cold compresses are just as effective as artificial tears, helping relieve symptoms of dry eyes, such as itching, burning, and inflammation.
2- Reducing the symptoms of conjunctivitis
Cold compresses reduce the symptoms of conjunctivitis, especially eye swelling and redness, but the cloth used for this purpose is required to be clean, to prevent infection.
3- Relieving eye pain
Eye pain can be overcome by using cold compresses, provided they are left on the affected eye for up to 15 minutes, to make the most of it.
4- Remove dark circles
Cold compresses help get rid of dark circles under the eyes, due to its ability to shrink the blood vessels underneath.
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How to use cold compresses for the eye
The method of using cold compresses for the eye is simple, all he has to do is follow the following:
Apply cold compresses to the eye for no more than 20 minutes to avoid frostbite.
Repeat the use of the cold compress every two hours.
Do not put ice directly on the eyes.
2023-07-09 16:44:35
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