Hello doctor, I am having dry eyes problem since last four years due to regular eight hours computer use. There is burning also sometimes and reading puts stress on eyes. I consulted a doctor and started using Softdrops daily 3 to 4 times before computer use, and taking Retinox tablets periodically for dry eyes. I started using power glass since a year back in the right eye but left eye was normal. At that time, the right eye had a visibility problem and causing pain. It went fine for one year but since last few months the left eye started causing problem in visibility and pain. This time test confirmed that the left eye is also having power problem. I again ordered new glasses and started using it for the last 22 days. I have attached both eye test reports here. I can see better in the left eye with new glasses but still facing problem in the left eye. The left eye causes pain and discomfort if I spend more time in front of the computer or while trying to read distant letters that can be read easily by right eye. I contacted the doctor again and he says nothing more can be done about power in the left eye. He says the left eye will adjust automatically after a few days of using new glasses. He suggested using Eyedol twice daily for one month to reduce discomfort in eye. I have been using Eyedol for last 20 days along with Softdrops but it seems not that effective. The discomfort in left eye goes after using Eyedol and feels better, but returns back if I read small letters from a distance in the computer screen. These are some queries I need your help. What is the exact problem in my left eye? What does the eye test report suggest? Whether the left eye needs more power lens? Why am I still having discomfort in the left eye even after using new glasses? Is Eyedol good enough to cure this problem? Is there any other medicine or treatment for my problem? Looking forward your reply.
Hello. Your symptoms are suggestive of dry eyes (computer vision syndrome). There is no permanent cure for dryness. Power on both your eyes is negligible (attachment removed to protect patient identity). In my opinion, if there is no headache then you can avoid these glasses. You may keep using them if you feel comfortable with them but make sure they have an antiglare coating. You need a lot more things like cold compresses, antiglare glasses, restrict the use of the screen, frequent lubrication by lubricating eyedrop, breaks in between computer work, proper hydration, etc.  The eyedrop is anti-inflammatory eyedrop which will not cure your problem but will decrease the inflammation that is induced by dry eyes and so you feel comfortable for a limited period. This will not cure your problem. Keep using lubricating eyedrop more frequently but also restrict screen work, blink a lot, follow 20-20-20 rule, use antiglare glasses, cold compresses. All these measures will help you.