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What is causing my red eyes? otc allergy meds do not work. i wear contacts and use computer a lot. eye dr didn't find anything. sinus rinse too.
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Dry eye: You likely have dry eyes which get worse when one stares at a monitor for a long time without blinking . Consider using single-vial artificial tear several times a day regularly and blink your eyes at least once every 30 minutes to see if this helps.
Answered 4/8/2014
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