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Can looking at a computer and phone screens too many hrs during day be the cause of all the new vains in my eyes that wont go away? 26 yrs old

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Dr. Ron Lord answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology - Retinal Surgery

Eye redness: You probably need to have your eyes examined to be sure. But sure, prolonged tasks can dry the surface of your eyes and cause inflammation and swelling of the veins and arteries. Giving the eye a red appearance.

Answered 1/30/2013

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