Common "Eyestrain" queries answered by top doctors | iCliniq

Eyestrain

Eyestrain is the feeling of your eyes being tired or irritated after looking at a digital screen for a long time, continuous reading, or driving for long. The symptoms include headaches, blurry vision, irritated eyes, and pain in the shoulder, neck, and back.

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Why does my left eye start to water when I see bright light?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 26 year old male. I have noticed over the past several months, that I have been favoring my right eye more (monocular vision). My right eye is my dominant eye. I have been leaning in that direction to read. I can still see out of my left eye but the focus is from my right. I have s...  Read Full »


Dr. Anand Yattinamani

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through the photographs (attachment removed to protect patient identity) of your eyes. It looks absolutely normal. Your symptoms appear to be related to eye fatigue and tiredness due to continuous reading. Also there dominant eye can be changed with little e...  Read Full »

I am physically active, but my eyes feel extremely tired after waking up. What is the reason?

Query: Hi doctor,I am physically active, but my eyes feel extremely tired after waking up and continue for the entire day. As a result, I have difficulty opening my eyes and experience a strain.  Read Full »


Dr. Penchilaprasad Kandikattu

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your symptoms suggest refractive errors, glaucoma, stress, or allergy. Are you watching a mobile or computer screen for a long time? Do you feel any floaters or blind spots in your vision? Do you have a headache or vomiting? I suggest Carboxymethyl Cellulose eye drops ...  Read Full »

If I do not wear spectacles for an hour,will it increase my eye power?

Query: Hello Doctor, If I do not wear spectacles for an hour everyday, will it increase my eye power or damage my eyes?  Read Full »


Dr. Dadapeer. K

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I reviewed your history. Ideally speaking spectacles should be worn always. However, not wearing spectacles for one hour will not cause much increase in eye power. Hence no need to worry. But make sure you do not forget to wear your spectacles and do...  Read Full »

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