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Can severe dry eyes and eye strain cause fatigue?
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Absolutely!: Dry eyes can cause fatigue, but more importantly, dry eyes may be a manifestation of rheumatologic diseases such as arthritis, lupus and others.
Answered 10/7/2013
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Yes: Yes. Dry eye and eye strain can cause fatigue. Try frequent artificial tears and taking short breaks as needed.
Answered 3/26/2013
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