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My eyes get bloodshot a lot but could it be caused by reading from my computer?
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Dry Eyes : Yes, dry eye and meibomian gland dysfunction (mgd) is most common cause for eyes looking red/bloodshot. There are many therapy options: artificial tears, warm compresses at home will help tears work better; more info at: http://eyedoc2020.Blogspot.Com/2013/04/best-step-ladder-approach-to-dry-eye.
Answered 12/10/2013
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