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Does extensive computer use cause increase in eye power
Extensive computer use doesn't cause increase in eye power. Many individuals using computer or digital screens for for extended periods of time experience eye strain, discomfort, headaches,blurry vision and dry eyes ,neck and shoulder pain.This is because while using the screen for a long time the muscles which help you see near are in use for a long time and become fatigued which in turn causes eye strain. This strain may sometimes lead to headaches and blurred vision.Your eyes may also tend to become dry .While looking at your screen you forget to blink , either in order to focus at the screen you donot blink as much much as they should.Normally your eyes blink at about 10-15 times per minute which helps tears to circulate around your eyes and keep them lubricated and moist.Due to extensive computer use your blink rate reduces causing your eyes to become dry. If you have a eye power and are not using using your glasses.You may have increased eye strain while using your screen.Some people who have an eyeglass power or contact lens prescription may not find it suitable for the specific viewing distance of their computer screen.Some people may tilt their heads at odd angles because their glasses are not designed for looking at a computer or they bend toward the screen to see clearly.Their postures can result in muscle spasm or pain in the neck , shoulder and back. If you are a computer user for long hours and experience Eye Strain Headaches Blurred Vision Dry eyes Neck and Shoulder Pain You must be having digital eye strain or computer vision syndrome which is described as a group of eye and vision related problems that result from prolonged digital device use. These symptoms may be caused due to Poor Lighting Glare on digital screen Improper viewing distance Poor seating posture Uncorrected vision problems Most of these symptoms experienced by using digital screens for a long time are temporary and will decline after stopping computer use.However some individuals may still experience strain and blurred vision even after stopping work at a digital screen .If nothing is done to address the cause of the problem, symptoms will reoccur and worsen the situation. If you suffer from these symptoms a comprehensive eye examination will help us evaluate if you suffer from digital eye strain. The simple solution to all these problems are as follows: 1)Follow the simple 20-20-20 rule .Take 20 second break to view something 20 feet far away after ever 20 minute of computer or screen use.Make sure you do not use your phone or screen while taking the break.This break will help your focusing muscles to relax and help you refocus.To prevent eye strain try to rest your eyes when using computer for long periods.Rest your eyes 15 minutes after 2 hours of computer use. 2)Get your eyes checked and ensure you wear correct glasses if required.Special lens,designs,powers and tints may help to maximize visual abilities and comfort while using a computer screen. 3)Some computer users experience problems with focusing or eye coordination .Vision therapy ,Exercises may help improving vision abilities.These exercise or therapies help improve deficiency in eye movement and eye focusing . 4) Avoid unnecessary screen usage when not required 5)Proper positioning for computer use.Most people find it more comfortable to view computer screen when the eyes are looking downward.Optimally computer screen should be 15 to 20 degrees below the eye level. 6)Good lighting in the room and make sure that the position of the light source doesn't cause glare on the screen. 7) Anti-glare screens can be used to prevent glare. 8) Comfortable seating position and posture to be maintained while using your screen or monitor to prevent back or neck pain. 9)Blinking -Try to do some forceful Blinking to keep your eyes moist and prevent dry eyes. 10)Make sure that the breeze from your air conditioner does not fall directly on your eyes as it may cause dryness to your eyes.
Should I use photochromatic glasses Yes or NO
Yes... You can use photochromatic glasses for all age groups, photochromatic is to have spectacles with or without prescription and protective spectacles that remain clear indoors and turn dark in sunlight. The UV component in the sun light activates the darkning process. When you move out of sunlight, the absence of uv light indoors begans the fading of the dark colour back to clear. Advantages of photochromatic lenses : 1. Reduced costs - can purchase dual purpose photochrpmatic glasses that can give you clear vision indoor and outdoor. 2. UV protection - photochromatic lenses provide you with fall protection against direct exposure to sunlight & harmful uv rays that can cause serious eye problems 3. Healthy eyes - photochromatic lenses also helps maintain you overall eye health. Far instance, one particular brand of photochromatic lenses. 4. Transitions - in thier top of the line series incoperates light from devices & LED's. It also reduces exposure to uv rays that can lower the risk of cataracts or either eye related problems. Hence modern day top of the line transitions photochromatic lenses after the most complete eye protection lenses today. Disadvantages of photochromatic lenses : 1. Reaction times - Photochromatic reaction from clear to sunglasses takes 30-60 seconds from clear to sunglasses but reversal takes a little on bike riding through a tunnel. 2.Problems with Driving - By now, you must have understood that the photochromatic lenses need uv rays exposure to activate & darken. The standard photochromatic lenses don't work inside a car as the windscreen block the ultraviolet rays. Which are needed to activate the chemical process to darken the lenses. Hence, these lenses do not work well while driving a car. If you will come to us we can prescube you the corrects photochromatic glasses.
What should I do to prevent my childs number from increasing?
1. Make sure your child spends as much time as they can spare doing some outdoor activities especially during day time. 2. Your child should avoid using a phone, laptop or any other digital device and should only use them when it's absolutely required. 3. There are commercially available spectacle lenses that as per studies show and give us upto 60% control over the increase in number. 4. Some eye drops proscribed by your doctor offer some control over increasing number in some cases. All of the above options either individually or in combination can help you control the increasing number to some extent but should be advised after a checkup by your doctor.
Why are my eyes watering?
Watering from the eyes can be a troublesome problem often needing one to keep wiping the eye and sometimes interfering with vision as the eyes get filled with tears . Tears are formed in the tear glands ; they moisten the eye and during blinking movements are pumped through tiny openings (puncti) at the inner corners of the eyes into the tear ducts which drain them into the nose to be eliminated from the body . Watering which is constant or long standing or associated with other symptoms such as redness, discharge, pain or decreased eyesight needs to be investigated properly . Causes of watering can be broadly divided into 2 groups : 1. Excessive tear secretion into the eye by the tear glands and , 2. Inadequate drainage of tears from the eye by the tear ducts.
Can I apply eye makeup after lasik?
Lasik surgery has become one of the most popular surgery for getting rid of glasses. Use of eye makeup is one of the most important questions patients ask. Some professions demand use of eye makeup. Eye makeup should be avoided at least for two weeks after lasik surgery. As we know lasik surgery involves creating a flap which heals on its own in twenty four hours but you are still likely to get eye infections. Major causes of avoiding eye makeup immediately after lasik surgery is one can easily injure the eye mainly the cornea while applying eye makeup,eye makeup can attract bacteria from the surrounding making eye prone to infection,removing the eye makeup by rubbing on the eye lids can dislodge the flap in early postoperative days. After two weeks start with light makeup and use a new makeup kit,discard old brushes ,eye liner and pencils.Apply less pressure while applying eye makeup.Gently remove eye makeup by downward strokes on eye lid.Be safe.
Can a person with astigmatism wear contact lenses
Yes.. most of the people with cylindrical power can wear contact lenses Spherical power is when the cornea is curved equally in all directions and cylindrical power / astigmatism is when one meridian of the cornea is more curved than the other. In regular astigmatism the horizontal and vertical meridians are perpendicular to each other. These can be corrected by contact lenses. In irregular astigmatism these meridians are not perpendicular to each other. These patients need proper evaluation by the ophthalmologists. People with astigmatism will complain of blurry vision, eye strain or headache. In addition to spectacles, contact lens is a good option for such people. Which lens to try will depend on the cylindrical power of the eye. Very mild astigmatism upto 0.5 can usually be corrected by spherical soft contact lenses. Mild to moderate cylinder upto about 2.5 can be corrected by soft lenses with cylinders called as toric lenses. Higher cylinders will require semisoft contact lenses ( RGP lenses ) . In some cases special lenses called as scleral lenses maybe necessary. Kindly contact your eye doctor to determine which one is the best option for you.
Can I sleep with my lenses on
NO..its definitely not safe to sleep/nap with your lenses on Sleeping with the lenses on increases your chances of eye infection. Your eye harbours bacteria. However the tears in your eye and the available oxygen keeps your eye healthy, thus preventing the eye from getting infected. During waking hours you are constantly blinking. This helps in keeping the eye moist and also allows the oxygen to flow in through the tears. Lenses fit snugly over the cornea. This decreases the moisture in the eye and this in turn decreases the amount of oxygen in the eye. This decreases even further when you are asleep thus making your susceptible to the infections.