A 43-year-old member asked:
On average, how long will a eye strain headache last?
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Dr. Michael Hamanswered
Ophthalmology 29 years experience
Headache: If from accommodation muscle spasm (eye strain), this will usually resolve within 1-2 hours once you have stopped straining them.
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A 27-year-old member asked:
How do you cure eye strain and how long will it take?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Robert Changanswered
Specializes in Ophthalmology
Depends: On the cause. If refractive, can correctly immediately with glasses/contacts. If due to double vision or dry eye, etc. Then treat and resolve underlying cause.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
How long does an eye strain usually last?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Andrew Shatzanswered
Ophthalmology 28 years experience
Depends on the cause: Eye strain caused by the need for glasses will not go away until your eyes are properly corrected. The actual strain can last for minutes to hours after you stop straining your eyes. If you have a persistent discomfort no matter what you do, you should have an examination by your eye doctor.
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Last updated Oct 24, 2016
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