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Exposure To Computer Screen Causes Pain In The Eyes

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Computer vision syndrome (CVS) also called digital eye strain is becoming common in Nigeria and around the world. But many people do not know about it. This is the main reason it is escalating. Sufferers come to the hospital or pharmacy complaining about it. They do not know what they are suffering from and what is causing it. Causes Of CVS Computer vision syndrome The eye is designed to focus on objects at good enough distant from the eyes with good enough light. When the eyes focus on an object that is too close with high or low light intensity, it adjust the ciliary muscles of the eyes to be able to adapt it. However, when the focus takes too long a time, the muscles reacts to the exposure which include pain. The reaction is to send a warning signal to the user to adjust focus.. The main culprit of CVS is looking at an electronic screen for a long time in a poorly lit environment. To make matters worst, some sit extremely very close to the screen at an angle that compromise...

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