Why rubbing your eyes is a bad habit? 

Have you ever felt the temptation to rub or scratch your eyes when they itch or bother you? If so, you should know that this seemingly harmless habit can have serious consequences for your vision and even lead to the need for a corneal transplant. In this article, Dr. Arturo Chayet, medical director of CODET Vision Institute, explains the risks associated with this practice. 

In an effort to raise awareness about the importance of eye health, Dr. Chayet shares his knowledge about why it is crucial to avoid rubbing your eyes. In an informative video, Dr. Chayet emphasizes that this seemingly harmless act can have serious consequences for visual health, as it can deform the cornea, the transparent tissue that covers the front part of the eye and is essential for clear vision. 

“By rubbing your eyes, you can deform the cornea, and that impairs vision significantly,” warns Dr. Chayet in the video. Additionally, he highlights that in more severe cases, people might end up needing a corneal transplant to restore visual function. 

This informative video is part of CODET Vision Institute and Dr. Arturo Chayet’s ongoing commitment to educate the community about the importance of eye health and practices that can help preserve vision over time. We invite you to take care of your eyes and adopt habits that promote healthy vision. 

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