India, Oct. 23 -- Smog is primarily associated with respiratory problems, so most health advice focuses on protecting your lungs. But your eyes are exposed to polluted air too, making their protection an equally important health concern.ALSO READ: 9 eye makeup mistakes that may damage your eyes: From tightlining to sharing mascara

Dr Tushar Grover, medical director at Vision Eye Centre, walked us through some common eye complaints that arise during winter smog season.

"During the end of the year, the same complaints begin to show up: stinging, burning, red and watery eyes. This is not surprising," he said.

Why do you need to pay particular attention to eye health? The doctor cautioned that the eyes are among the first to feel the effec...