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Can heavy computer use be linked to glaucoma?

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No: Prolonged computer use does affect the surface of the eyes, causing dryness and eye fatigue. Glaucoma is pressure of the eye due to fluid build up, it has nothing to do with computer usage.

Dr Conrad and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/8/2014

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