Hello Doctor,
I am experiencing significant light sensitivity, especially at night and in bright daylight. At night, exposure to headlights, streetlights, or strong artificial lights causes discomfort in my eyes along with headache on both sides of my head. I feel better indoors under normal lighting.
During the day, I can tolerate mild morning sunlight, but harsh afternoon sunlight causes discomfort, and I need to close curtains.
I have high screen time (10–12 hours daily) due to work. I am using lubricating eye drops (Eyemist Forte) twice a day, but symptoms persist. I also get negative afterimages which lasts for a minute or more sometimes after exposure to bright light. My previous eye check-up was normal except for amblyopia in my left eye.
I would like to know the possible cause (dry eyes, eye strain, or photophobia) and suggested treatment.
Thank you!
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While using digital devices, every 20 minutes, take a 20 second break and look at a distant object 20 feet away.
Minimize screen time.
Maintain right posture while using computer.
Always work with screen in a well lot room.
Keep yourself hydrated.
Blink more often.
Sit away from ac and fan.
Consult online to start medication
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Here are some steps you can follow :
20-20-20 rule: every 20 mins, take a 20 second break and look at something 20 feet away - great for IT profession/ people who use devices for a long period of time
- frequently blink your eyes, make a conscious effort to do so
- use a preservative free lubricant such as HICOOL-PF or a better one is systane ultra , use as per required, no max limit
- avoid phone one hour before bedtime and half an hour after waking up
- sleep 8-9 hours/ day
- hydrate well, 3L a day
- frequently check your refraction, and wear prescription glasses regularly if you do have power
- read and work in well illuminated conditions, and keep laptop at a comfortable reading distance, not too close.
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