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A Warri-based eye specialist, Dr Eugene Maxwell, has advised individuals who operate the computer to always wear protective gears to avoid eye complications.

The Optometrist during an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025 in Warri also said that the Ultraviolet Rays (UVR) from the computers and cell phones could damage the eyes.

According to him, people who roast yam and plantain on the streets are also prone to developing eye problems, and as such should wear hats and sunglasses.

The optometrist observed that cases of eye complications such as cataract and glaucoma were on the increase.

He attributed this to lack of awareness and advised people to carry out regular eye examinations for early detection.

“The eye lens is a fragile organ in the body which starts to degenerate at the age of 40, leading to pacification – a condition that causes part of the body to become opaque.

“Early detection of cataract is crucial in the treatment of the condition,” he said.

Maxwell described cataract as the cloudiness of the lens in the eyes that impedes vision, which could either be congenital or hereditary.

“Cataracts can occur as a result of systemic conditions such as diabetes and intake of toxic substances.

“People should practice regular eye check, avoid smoking, manage health conditions such as diabetes and eat healthy diets to prevent complications,” he said.

He advised members of the public to wear hats, sunglasses, reduce or avoid alcohol intakes, and take antioxidants such as vitamin A, C and E to stay healthy.