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My job makes me sit all day glued to the computer screen, what if i get brain tumor or blindness? any advice or meds i should take? thanks!

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Tung Nguyen answered

Not likely: There is no evidence that working with computers all day will cause blindness or brain tumor. Take frequent breaks to minimize fatigue.

Answered 11/12/2013

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Dr. Richard Wieder answered

Computer use: Does not cause development of a brain tumor or blindness. It can cause eye strain or fatigue, but this can be helped by taking periodic breaks from your work.

Dr Friedlander agreed

Answered 11/13/2013

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A member asked:

My job makes me sit all day glued to the computer screen, what if i get brain tumor or blindness? any advice or meds i should take? thanks!

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Tung Nguyen answered

Dr. Richard Wieder answered

Dr Friedlander agreed

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