{"id":493,"date":"2025-01-03T13:21:39","date_gmt":"2025-01-03T13:21:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.eyehospitallahore.com\/?p=493"},"modified":"2025-01-03T13:21:39","modified_gmt":"2025-01-03T13:21:39","slug":"what-is-computer-vision-syndrome","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eyehospitallahore.com\/blog\/what-is-computer-vision-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Computer Vision Syndrome?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)<\/strong> is the general term used to describe a variety of vision related symptoms that may be aggravated by regular use of a computer for two or more hours a day. The longer use of computer leads to a decrease in blink reflex. For medical advice or diagnosis,<\/a>\u00a0consult a\u00a0professional<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This means that while working using a computer, we tend not to blink as often as we should.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Normal Blink rate :<\/strong> 16-20 per minute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

During computer use, blink rate :<\/strong> 6-8 per minute<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Symptoms:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Dry Eyes<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Eye Strain<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Headaches<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Blurred Vision<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Double Vision<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Causes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    1. Prolonged screen time<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Poor posture<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Inadequate lighting<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Inadequate eye care<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Blue light emission<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      To reduce your risk of computer vision syndrome (CVS), you can try these steps:<\/strong>
      <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      1. Follow the 2-20-20 rule<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Take breaks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Adjust your settings<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Reduce glare<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. Improve your posture<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      6. Blink and use lubricating eye drops<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      7. Limit screen time<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      8. Get regular eye exams<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        In conclusion, Computer Vision Syndrome is a growing concern in today’s digital age, and prompt referral to an ophthalmologist <\/a>is essential for effective management and prevention <\/a>of long-term visual complications.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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