Computer Vision Syndrome is a Lifestyle Disorder

Due to prolonged exposure to Smartphone’s, computer and television, studies say that one can have Frequent episodes of redness, watering, foreign body sensation, headache, pain and discomfort. Says Dr. Himanshu Mehta Ophthalmologist with specialist of BladelessLasik eye surgery in Mumbai as a best surgeon, “frequent Blinking, multiple breaks, proper lighting and lubricating eye drops will help receive the symptoms.”

                                                                                                              

Conjunctivitis

Either bacterial or viral, it is the commonest from of eye infection and accompanied with red eyes, watering, foreign body sensation, discharge (white/yellow), and lid swelling with generalized malaise, fever, cough and cold. “In case with corneal involvement, vision can get hazy. Seek urgent attention and start treatment in the form of oral/topical antibiotics with lubricant eye drops. It generally takes 3 to 10 days to subside but in case of low immunity and virulent infection, it may take up to three to six months to resolve,” he explains.

Allergic conjunctivitis/spring catarrh

This is commonly seen in children and patients often complain about red eyes with severe itching along With a ropy discharge. “Do not neglect this condition and get examined thoroughly since replace is Common. Some patient could also be suffering from an underlying refractive error,” says Dr Himanshu Mehta the real expertise of bladeless Cataract eyesurgery in Mumbai last 20 years back.

Do and Don’ts

·         Do not self medicate or use steroids without supervision.

·         Stop wearing /Remove contact lenses and dispose them.

·         Avoid close contact with people who have red eyes.

·         Wash hands and maintain hygiene.

·         Reduce Smartphone and computer usage. Remember, that not all red eyes are harmless.

·         You could be suffering from more dangerous condition like iridocylitis and acute congestive Glaucoma.