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2017-04-29 16:10:14
Why does the eye blink less while watching tv or using mobile compared to studying or normal uses of eyes.
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Lack of blinking is a clinical finding in which a person does not shut their eyelids regularly, leading to dry eyes. This may be caused by damage to the blinking reflex, mental illness, or too much staring at electronic devices.I think too much concentration on-screen leads to reduced blinking.

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