Eye burning after computer use.. What is the hidden cause?

He added that a lack of tears may be linked to systemic diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, or to disorders of the nervous system responsible for regulating their secretion.

There is another type of dry eye associated with a malfunction of the meibomian glands located in the eyelids, which secrete fatty substances that help reduce tear evaporation. When the function of these glands is impaired, their secretions become thicker and harder to release, causing the tear film to lose its stability and the eye to dry out more quickly. Hormonal changes can also affect the function of these glands.

Trofanov noted that both types may coexist in the same person, confirming that computer use is not necessarily the primary cause, but it may worsen the symptoms, as the blinking rate decreases while focusing on the screen, which accelerates the drying of the eye surface.

He explained that the treatment for dry eye varies depending on the severity and cause of the condition, and may begin with the use of appropriate moisturizing drops, while treating meibomian gland dysfunction often requires warming the eyelids to help liquefy secretions and improve their flow.

He stressed the importance of consulting an ophthalmologist before choosing drops, because the appropriate treatment depends on the nature of the problem, noting the necessity of seeing a doctor if burning, dryness, or redness persists to determine the cause and obtain the appropriate treatment.