Mobile screen Side Effects
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Eyes disease and prevention: Nowadays mobile phone has become such a part of our life, which has almost become impossible to stay away. Whether it is work or entertainment, social media or shopping- everything has been reduced to mobile. But there is also a silent danger behind this screen, which is affecting our eyes the most. The damage caused to the eyes by looking at the continuous screen can gradually take the form of diseases.
Eye diseases are increasing due to excessive use of phone. Due to more mobile using, there is a common disease called Myopia. If the World Health Organization believes about this disease, then in the last few years, the eyes of the pass have increased a lot. Also, the study of the medical journal The Lancet says that by 2050, almost half the population will suffer from this problem. The biggest concern is that most of the people do not recognize these initial symptoms and as long as they understand, the eyes have suffered a lot.
Let’s know about 5 common eye diseases related to excessive use of mobiles and their early symptoms. About them Dr. AK Grover in the department in Sir Gangaram Hospital in Delhi Have told
1. Digital Eye Strain
When we see the screen of a mobile or laptop without breaks for a long time, the eyes start feeling irritation, heaviness and fatigue. This is called a digital eye strain. There may also be a complaint of blurred appearance or headache.
2. Dry Eye Syndrome
While focusing on the mobile screen, we blink less than normal, due to which the moisture of the eyes starts to end. This can make the eyes dry, prick and red. If not paying attention in time, then it can become a permanent problem.
3. Blue Light Damage
Blue light reaches the retina directly from the mobile, causing the eyes to start to deteriorate gradually. It can cause diseases like macular degeneration that occurs with age.
4. Myopia (Myopia or weakening sight)
Excessive use of mobile in children and youth is increasing myelopia. That is, the distant things start to look blurred. In many cases, children get glasses at a young age.
5. Photophobia
In this situation, strong light or sunlight pierces the eyes. This is due to increased eye sensitivity due to persistent watching screen. Keeping the brightness of digital screens, starts piercing after time.
What to do to prevent eye diseases?
Dr. Grover has given some ways for this.
Adopt 20-20-20 Rule-Look at something 20 feet away after every 20 minutes for 20 seconds.
Limit screen time, especially for children.
Use night mode or blue light filter on mobile.
Finish the eyes repeatedly and see the screen in good light.
If needed, get an II specialist get a regular check.