Does screen time effects myopia in adult

2024-06-13 18:06:13

Asked for Male, 24 Years

Hi Dr , I have a myopia of right eye -11 D and left -17 D . My eye power is increasing even after crossing age 25 years . My question is that does screen time effects increasing eye power even in adults . Second question is how much screen time is good for eyes , how long should we use laptop and mobiles .

Answers (6)

Ophthalmologist

44 yrs expMoradabad

Yes screen time does affect. By regular check up at least biannually and restricting the mobile or laptop for professional purposes only. Avoid for fun .and use some lubricant and high prot diet.and follow the precautions frequently told by we people.

Answered2024-06-15 18:57:12

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Dr. Saba Kausar

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon

16 yrs expBangalore

Yes

Answered2024-06-14 14:00:52

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar

Pulmonologist

47 yrs expHyderabad

Yes.

Answered2024-06-14 12:14:40

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Dr. Nikhilesh Shete

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon

7 yrs expSangli

Yes . Please consult for detail evaluation

Answered2024-06-14 12:11:03

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Dr. Ravi Chandna

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon

9 yrs expBhopal

Yes absolutely Kindly get an online consultation to address all your concerns

Answered2024-06-14 07:55:52

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Dr. Sana Rasheed

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon

5 yrs expBangalore

Yes screen time does effect myopia

Answered2024-06-14 07:30:45

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