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What can i do to prevent my eyes from getting heavy and wandering when i'm extremely tired?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
You should rest more: Although our eyes move together, each has its own set of muscles to control the individual eye. There is a brain mechanism that normally keeps the two eyes working together. When some people get extremely tired their brains do not do as good a job of keeping the two eyes working together, and they can wander. This is normal but annoying. Some doctors may give glasses but rest is the best answer.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Rest: You need to either take a short nap or rest your eyes. Stimulants like caffeine may help temporarily but i really recommend listening to your body and resting.
Answered 3/21/2015
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