You may have noticed some uncomfortable effects from staring at your screen too long.Digital-related eye strain affects people of all ages. If you spend hours a day using digital devices, you might notice your vision blurs, and your eyes feel achy and tired and you may also find your eyes become dry, and will tear or…
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Contrary to what the name implies, a person who is farsighted has blurred vision when looking at close objects, unless they make a constant effort to focus, which can lead to strain, headaches, and eye fatigue. What is Farsightedness (Hyperopia)? Farsightedness or hyperopia happens when the eye is shorter than normal. This shape causes images…
As optometrists we are seeing large numbers of patients suffering from “computer vision syndrome”. This syndrome is a modern day phenomenon, which occurs as a result of spending an inordinate number of hours per day in front of light emitting displays like computers, iPADs and tablets. Adults and children are equally at risk since even…