Screen time causes dry eyes; expert advises breaks, drops, filters

Prolonged screen exposure reduces blink frequency, causing tear film instability, irritation, and blurred vision. Dr Aditya Sethi highlights environmental glare, posture, and blue light as exacerbating factors. Evidence-based strategies, blue light filters, lubricating drops, and scheduled breaks, are critical in preventing dry eye syndrome and long-term visual impairment.