In this second appointment dedicated to dry eye syndrome, we take a closer look at DES (digital eye strain) or the set of eye and visual discomforts that can occur as a result of prolonged use of computers and other digital devices.
Dry eye syndrome is a growing problem worldwide and in all age groups, even among children and adolescents, and the World Health Organisation recently named it as one of the most ignored and underestimated diseases of modern times.
In the last twenty years, and especially since the launch of the first iphone in 2007, we have witnessed a real revolution in our daily activities, both work and leisure: the use of digital devices has been taking up increasing portions of our day.
Desktops, laptops, tablets and smartphones are now used all over the world and have become indispensable for every activity, in every age group and virtually non-stop.
That is why today we are talking about Digital Eye Strain, a fast-growing eye phenomenon that should not be underestimated
See you next Tuesday for the next infographic.
See also: Dry eye - Infographic No. 1
Dr. Carmelo Chines
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