Near work activities ( Digital devices )

2023-03-03 18:01:32
Hi Dr , my glasses no is -17D and -10.5 D my glasses number is increasing every year , I mostly use digital devices like smartphones 70-80% time for reading , chatting etc  I am a tech savvy person , I have researched that near work activities like reading and using digital devices like smart phones and computer is affecting eye health and that is the cause my glasses number is increasing every year ,my question is is it true that my glasses power is increasing because of near work activities , how can I minimize near work activities , what's your best recommendation for it
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Avoid leisure activity over phone/ screen. Get involved in some sport

Answered2023-03-04 00:56:57

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Pl see that screen time is lessened.pl  do eye exercises. I think the power will stop growing soon.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.

Answered2023-03-04 03:16:40

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Please don't Google much for your disease First and important advice
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Avoid rubbing Maintain hygiene Blink more Drink water adequately Cold compression Cold water lavage Follow rule of 20- Means after 20 min of work ,take rest for 20 sec and look at 20feet distance Reduce brightness of the screen Away from AC Airflow Use lubricant drop- refresh liquigel Wear glasses outside Take nuts for essential fatty acids (Omega 3) Avoid second hand smoke May need physical consultation for thorough slit lamp examination

Answered2023-03-03 18:32:21

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