Question 1

is it normal for my eyes to get watery when i look at a computer screen for a long time?

Accepted Answer

You bet!: When we stare at something for a long time (computer screen, book, wall) we decrease the amount of blinking per minute.  Blinking pushes water on the eye (reverse windshield wiper) to coat it.  When you don't blink, the eye dries and sends a signal to the tear gland to produce more tears in order to protect the eye. It is a sign that you are staring too long. Try a break or artificial tears.

Question 2

i poked my eye with my finger about two months ago. i can see perfectly fine out of it but a lot of mornings it will feel watery and will sting or burn. it seems like its worse after i stare at the computer screen for too long. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Corneal erosion: When the cornea is traumatized causing an abrasion, often the healing process results in an irregular surface that doesn’t adhere to the cornea as strongly as it should. While sleeping, the tear flow declines, the eyelid ‘sticks’ to the irregular cornea and when the eyes open , the weak tissue tears away from its base causing the symptoms. Put lubricating ointment in every night for one month.

Question 3

what makes staring at a computer screen for a long time bad for your eyes?

Accepted Answer

Dryness: Staring at a computer can dry out the tear film and lead to dryness.  Taking short breaks, using artificial tears, and remembering to blink can help relieve symptoms.

Question 4

does staring at the computer screen for 8+ hrs make your eyes itchy?

Accepted Answer

Dry eye: Usually, when visually concentrating on something like a computer screen for extended periods of time the eyes may become dry and blurred causing a sensation of scratchiness.  Try some artificial tears regularly and see if they symptoms persist.

Question 5

can staring at a computer screen for too long create a lot of stress in your eyes which can lead to pain?

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Perhaps: If you require correction (glasses, bifocals, contacts. ...) and are not wearing  these while at the computer you may have eye strain or even develop headaches.  You should be checked by an eye doctor.  Also dry eye could cause these symotoms - they can check for this too.

Question 6

can eye strain from looking a computer screen for too long cause nystagmus?

Accepted Answer

No: Nystagmus has many etiologies, but not caused by eye strain.  It can be induced by various tests like spinning around on a chair and stopping.

Question 7

what is the best type of computer screen for eye health?

Accepted Answer

Computer screens eye: The larger the screen and higher the resolution (dpi), the less fatigue you will encounter. Some patients like anti-glare covers, but many notice no improvement. You should see an optometrist to see if you are a "latent hyperope" with an undiagnosed + rx. In this case, wearing otc readers (like +1.00) can help. You can also get lasek to get rid of that problem. Most people don't know that.

Question 8

is it possible that looking at a computer screen for too long every day, cause one eye to be constantly red?

Accepted Answer

Dry eyes!: Yes, concentration work such as on a computer can cause the eyes to dry and turn red.  Start with artificial tears routinely (one drop 4 times a day every day), oral omega-3's, and warm compresses.  Next, medicated drops (restasis, mild steroid drops, NSAID drops) or punctal occlusion may be helpful.

Question 9

in the mornings up to a certain time i sneeze a lot  and in front of a computer screen my eyes water condition worsens if wind blows. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Allergies: You are describing typical symptoms of allergic rhinoconjunctivitis. Your mucous membranes in the nose and your eyes are irritated upon contact with an environmental allergen and may also be irritated by dryness, pollutants because of the priming effect of allergies. See an ENT physician who practices allergies and get some allergy tests done to identify the offending allergen(s)

Question 10

i have been experiencing more migraines lately and i think my eyes are strained from all of the time i spend using a computer. do you have any information about how to reduce eye strain while using a computer?

screen usage and eyestrain

Accepted Answer

Eye Strain: Eye strain is common when working on the computer for long periods. Try these: Use blue light blocking screen protector or glasses, blink often/use lubricant eye drops, reduce glare to the screen and dim the room lights. Try the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. See an eye Dr to stay on top of visual acuity changes.

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