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Can using a computer on a regular basis permanently damage your health?

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnauanswered

Pulmonary Critical Care 37 years experience

A common question: so for so good. Otherwise it would be in the newspaper. Handwrist and good chair are useful.

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Dr. Rifat Naghmianswered

Internal Medicine 47 years experience

Computer: No. However, using computer alone and not exercising may.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler

Dr. Heidi Fowler agrees1 doctor agrees

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