2006-10-14 07:29:45 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Medicine
Seriously guys, I need a scientific answer here.
2006-10-14 07:34:43 · update #1
I seriously don't think its a protective measure to prevent your eyes from falling out; not only have I never heard that in all my biology/medical education, but I've known someone that could keep his eyes open while sneezing, and I assure you they didn't pop out!
We don't actually know for sure, but the most logical theory is to prevent eye infection. Think about it; the whole point to a sneeze is to clear your oral/nasal/pharanyx region of dust, bacteria, and viruses that have been accumulating. A sneeze, especially from someone getting sick, is basically a shotgun spray of active virus particles and bacteria. The last thing you want is that spray to get in your eyes, which are one of the body's most susceptible areas to infection.
2006-10-14 08:15:17 · answer #1 · answered by Geoffrey B 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A sternutation or, more commonly known, sneeze is a semi-autonomous, convulsive expulsion of air from the nose and mouth. This air can reach speeds of 250 mph and an unimpeded sneeze sends two to five thousand bacteria-filled droplets into the air.
It is almost impossible for one to keep one's eyelids open during a sneeze, although some rare individuals report having little if any trouble doing so. The reflex of shutting the eyes serves no obvious purpose: the nerves serving the eyes and the nose are closely related, and stimuli to the one often trigger some response in the other. The closing of the eyes may be to protect the tear ducts and blood vessels from bacteria expelled in the sneeze.
2006-10-15 06:23:49 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
does this help???
Closing your eyes is one of many automatic muscle movements you make when you sneeze. According to KidsHealth.Org in our Common Cold category, "Some of the muscles involved are the abdominal (belly) muscles, the chest muscles, the diaphragm (the large muscle beneath your lungs that makes you breathe), the muscles that control your vocal cords, and muscles in the back of your throat." Since sneezing puts a lot of pressure on your head and respiratory system, your eyes close to protect themselves. Some people think they may even pop out if they don't close
2006-10-14 16:03:31 · answer #3 · answered by lize 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I've tried it and I have managed to sneeze with my eyes open. It is more comfortable to sneeze with them closed.
2006-10-14 14:38:24 · answer #4 · answered by Mr Cellophane 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I was told that it was because if we didn't close our eyes while we were sneezing, the force of it would push our eyes forward or out of our sockets!
Makes sense i think...
2006-10-14 14:41:27 · answer #5 · answered by Vany 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
its due to the fact of how fast and how much pressure you body must exert to push out a sneeze. that moisture comes out at mind blowing speeds.and if you eyes were to left open it would/could cause retinal tear. your eyes would not pop out but irreversible damage could easy occur.
2006-10-14 14:39:59 · answer #6 · answered by notsoperfectgentleman 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hi. It is one way nature helps us to prevent damage or infection from our eyes.
2006-10-14 14:32:12 · answer #7 · answered by Cirric 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well,when we dont close our eyes,they may drop out,and it's medically aproved.
2006-10-14 14:41:35 · answer #8 · answered by Daniella M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't close my eyes , I like to aim.
2006-10-14 14:42:19 · answer #9 · answered by samssculptures 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
so, we cant c how ugly we look whn we r sneeze
2006-10-14 14:33:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋