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Is eye strain really that bad?
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NO: Eyestrain really won't damage your eyes but is rather a symptom of an underlying problem. For optimal comfort and productivity, be sure to get a refraction for glasses to determine the true origin.
Answered 3/27/2012
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Not really: If you take breaks every half hour to look at something far away out the window, your eyes will have time to relax a bit and alleviate eye strain...Artficial tears such as systane may also help...
Answered 5/6/2013
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