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I work in front of computer for 12hrs a day.suddenly i got dry eyes&lower eye lid burns.i got tested and have been using eye drops but still i cant see the screen.i feel pain and discomfort seeing the screen.have i damaged eyes?will this ever improve?

Q: i work in front of computer for 12hrs a day.suddenly i got dry eyes&lower eye lid burns.i got tested and have been using eye drops but still i cant see the screen.i feel pain and discomfort seeing the screen.have i damaged eyes?will this ever improve?

: It would be best for you to have an exam from an eye care professional to determine the best course of action/treatment.

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Dr. George Yanik answered

It would be best for you to have an exam from an eye care professional to determine the best course of action/treatment.

Answered 12/23/2022

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A member asked:

I work in front of computer for 12hrs a day.suddenly i got dry eyes&lower eye lid burns.i got tested and have been using eye drops but still i cant see the screen.i feel pain and discomfort seeing the screen.have i damaged eyes?will this ever improve?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. George Yanik answered

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