Can eyes get sunburned? [Ask Dr. Fred Mattioli]

Can eyes get sunburned? Dr. Fred Mattioli, a Houston optometrist from Mattioli Vision Professionals, answers the most commonly asked questions surrounding eye sunburn.

First, Dr. Mattioli will answer the question, how do you know if your eyes are sunburned? He will list signs and symptoms to look out for that will indicate you are suffering from an eye sunburn such as itchy eyes. 0:13

Then, he will answer the question, how long does eye sunburn last? He will explain how long you will experience symptoms and what is considered normal. 1:04

The third question he will answer is, can sun damage be reversed? Specifically, he will explain how UV protection is important due to the effects that sun exposure can have on the eyes. 1:35

Lastly, Dr. Mattioli will answer the question, how do you treat sunburned eyes? He will answer this question by offering ways you can protect your eyes from further damage. One key way will be by wearing sunglasses that offer 100% UV protection. 2:09

Leave a comment down below if you have experienced sunburned eyes or if you have experienced sunburned eyes. What steps did you take to alleviate the symptoms?

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