In today's digital age, prolonged screen time has become an integral part of our daily lives, leading to an increase in digital eye strain (DES). This issue is exacerbated in humid weather, where environmental factors can further complicate the condition. Environmental factors such as hot, dry, and dusty weather, excessive screen exposure, and extensive use of air conditioning contribute significantly to dry eyes.
Prolonged screen time, in particular, leads to dryness, itching, and eye strain. Humid weather can exacerbate these symptoms, increasing the likelihood of viral and bacterial conjunctivitis and eyelid infections like stye and chalazion. The combination of stye and sweating can lead to abscess formation and high levels of infection.
Additionally, dacryocystitis, an infection of the tear ducts, is more common in humid conditions. Dr. Priyanka Singh (MBBS, MS, DNB, FAICO), Consultant & Eye Surgeon, Neytra Eye Centre, New Delhi stated, "Dry eyes, or Dry Eye Disorder (DED), is a multifactorial disease ranging from mild discomfort to severe vision loss and ocular surface damage.
Symptoms include burning, itching, redness, gritty sensation, watering, occasional blurring of vision, increased light sensitivity, eye pain, fatigue, and headaches. These symptoms make DED one of the leading causes of visits to ophthalmologists." Dr Priyanka also shared 10 precautions and prevention for digital eye strain in humid weather: 1.
Stay Hydrated: Drinking plenty of water is crucial. Ai.