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Eye Strain Definition
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  • Eye Strain
  • Strained Eye
A person with eye strain has mild eye discomfort that occurs after focusing on small objects for a prolonged period. Images

Eye strain usually results in a mild headache behind the eyes. Occasionally, the person has difficulty focusing and is sensitive to bright light.

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Last Updated: Sep 15, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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