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What could be causing my eyes to get tired after only a few minutes of working on the computer?

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See below: It could be dry eyes. Try using artificial tears. If that doesn't help, see an eye doctor. Other causes include un/undercorrected refractive error or eye muscle disease.

Dr Trattler agreed

Answered 11/30/2012

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