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Eyes tire more when working w/ detail on the computer, compared to casual browsing; & i work a lot. does this add up over time & dmge ur eyes sooner?
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Possibly: Constant strain on the eyes may contribute to earlier onset of myopia, also known as nearsightedness in lay terms. One study that I reviewed indicated that subjects that worked at a computer terminal all day for 2 years, but not controls, developed myopic change at a statistically significant level.
Answered 1/31/2015
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No: You cannot harm your eyes by using them to see. If you want to reduce fatigue, some glasses may be helpful for this.
Answered 1/31/2015
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