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DESCRIPTION
Photophobia is an abnormal inability of the eyes to tolerate light; exposure to light hurts the eyes. It is more common in people with light-colored eyes, and usually is not a serious problem. In some cases, however, it may be associated with irritation or damage to the cornea, acute glaucoma, or uveitis. It can also be a symptom of developing measles.
HOLISTIC RECOMMENDATIONS & NUTRITION NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS
Unless otherwise specified, the dosages recommended here are for adults. For a child between the ages of 12 and 17, reduce the dose to 3/4 the recommended amount. For a child between 6 and 12 years of age, use 1/2 the recommended dosage, and for a child under the age of 6, use 1/4 the recommended amount.
Nutrients Supplement Suggested Dosage Comments Vitamin A 50,000 IU daily. If you are pregnant, do not exceed 10,000 IU daily. Needed for all eye disorders.
CONSIDERATIONS
See Glaucoma and/or Measles for more information about these disorders.
See Dimness or Loss of Vision for the discussion of uvetitis.
LINKS
MedlinePlus: Photophobia (Light Sensitivity)
Eye Vision Care: Light Sensitivity
Photophobia
AllAboutVision.com: Photophobia (Light Sensitivity)
TYPES OF EYE PROBLEMS & DISORDERS
Maintaining Healthy Eyes
NOTIFY YOUR MIDWIFE OR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER IF...
You or a family member (such as a child) is having problems distinguishing colors or find colors confusing. This member may need to be tested for colorblindness.
You or a family member are having problems with vision and/or you suspect an infection. Call your health care provider immediately if you experience severe eye pain or a sudden change in your vision, such as loss of vision or double vision.
You have any increase of symptoms. You may need frequent changes in your eyeglass prescription. If you have blurred or double vision that develops slowly; are having a problem seeing because of daytime glare or have difficulty driving at night because of glare from headlights, you need to see your health care provider.
You have any unexpected or unusual symptoms. There may be underlying health issues that need to be addressed.
Are having vision problems that are affecting your ability to perform daily activities.
Call your child's health care provider if your baby does not look directly at or respond readily to faces or large, colorful objects by age 2 to 3 months or if your child scowls, squints, or shields his or her eyes more than expected when in sunlight, or light seems to hurt your child's eyes.
You and your family members should have your eyesight checked regularly by your health care provider to rule out any problems and to receive a prescription for contacts or eyeglasses, if they are needed. Preserve you vision... it is very important.
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