These days, our lifestyles have changed significantly. We spend most of our time in front of screens. Furthermore, the use of air conditioners has become increasingly common. Increasing pollution is also causing a variety of problems. Dry eyes are one of these issues that has become a major problem these days.

Dr. Pawan Gupta, Senior Cataract and Retina Surgeon at Eye7 Hospital, Lajpat Nagar, and Vision Eye Clinic, New Delhi, says that in the modern age, dry eyes are emerging as a serious problem, and a large number of people are experiencing its symptoms. Doctors have suggested some remedies to address these symptoms and provide relief. Let's explore these in detail:

Causes of Dry Eye

Doctors say that a major cause of dry eyes is prolonged screen use. When we use mobile phones, laptops, or computers for extended periods, our blinking rate inadvertently decreases. Instead of blinking naturally, we constantly stare at the screen.

This constant staring at a screen widens the eye sockets, causing the tear film that keeps the eyes moist to evaporate rapidly. As a result, many people experience dryness, irritation, or even difficulty keeping their eyes open.

This is also a major factor.
Another important factor is our office environment. Nowadays, many offices are completely enclosed and rely heavily on air conditioning. Constantly being in an air-conditioned environment reduces the humidity in the air, making it dry. When the air loses moisture, it also absorbs moisture from the eyes, increasing dryness and discomfort.

Pollution is also a factor.
Finally, pollution also plays a significant role in dry eye problems. Dust, smoke, and other airborne pollutants irritate the eye surface, disrupting the tear film, and making the eyes more susceptible to dryness and redness. All these factors combine to create a situation where dry eyes are increasing rapidly and affecting people of all ages and occupations.

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