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Knowledge And Awareness Of Dry Eye Syndrome Caused Due To Prolonged Usage Of Smartphones Among The General Public
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MANOJ ARAVINDAN, M.JEEVITHA, PREETHA.S
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Dry eye syndrome is a disorder in which the eyes don't contain enough tears. Many people experience eye pain and vision issues when watching digital images for a prolonged period of time. Recent studies show increase in smartphone use which has caused an increase in reports of symptoms such as irritation, burning sensation, conjunctival injection, decreased visual acuity, strain, and fatigue .A reduced blink rate during continuous smartphone use causes faster evaporation of the tear film, which may then lead to dry eyes disease (DED). This is a questionnaire study comprising of 10 questions and it was formed based on knowledge and awareness of dry eye syndrome which is due to prolonged usage of smartphones. The questions were distributed through online google forms. The study population includes 100 subjects among the general public. The data collected was statically analysed. This survey showed that 72.5% of the study participants have knowledge and awareness towards dry eyes syndrome. Participants who used smartphones and gadgets had significantly higher knowledge levels towards dry eyes syndrome as they are using spectacles and contact lenses due to vision disorder. The present study indicated that most of the participants are aware of Dry eyes syndrome and their causes. The findings from this survey imply that continuing education programs, and short-term courses about dry eyes syndrome are required and they should be educated to get enough knowledge on prolonged use of smartphones and other gadgets.
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Contact lens; dry eye syndrome; gadgets; smartphones; visual fatigue
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https://doi.org/10.31838/ijpr/2020.12.04.440
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