Komal Sharma

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Background: The study aims to compare the effect of long-term exposure to digital devices during covid-19 and before the lockdown. Objective: To assess the impact of the lockdown on digital device usage & consequently, the ocularsurface health implication related to digital eye strain. Materials and Methods: An open online survey was distributed to people via social media platforms (email, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Telegram, and so on). Result: Females participated more than males, with 58.3%. With 30.76%, the >50 age group was found to participate, and at 13-31 years of age, participation was found to be more with 60%. Most individuals use digital devices for education with 44.2%. Before the lockdown, the duration of digital device usage is not there between 4 to 6 hours, but during the lockdown, it has been increased by 35% due to working from home. 76.3% of participants feel restless due to prolonged use of digital devices. Conclusion: It was discovered that before the lockdown the duration of digital device usage is not there between 4 to 6 hrs but during the lockdown, due to working from home it has increased and headache as an asymptomatic symptom is noticed more during prolonged use of digital devices in lockdown.   Keywords: Computer vision syndrome, COVID- 19, Digital eye strain, Ocular surface health, ARC (Anti- Reflecting Coating).

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Objective: To learn about people's day-to-day perspectives and knowledge of eyeglasses and eye health and to understand the level of awareness about the use of eyeglasses and eye/care among the population of South Delhi. Materials and Methods: An open online survey questionnaire was distributed to people via social media platforms (email, Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, Telegram, and so on). Result: Males participated more than females, with 51%. At 45%, the 18–30 age group was found to participate more, and at 40 years of age, survey was taken by 14%. Most individuals visit an ophthalmologist when they notice some problem (48%). Both metal and plastic-quality eyeglasses were used by the population. at a rate of 44%. The same percentile for optical purposes with single vision corrective lenses at 28% was found. 67% of population were found to be well-satisfied population after wearing spectacles. Conclusion: It was discovered that it would be beneficial to provide basic education on the types of refractive error and other causes of low vision, how eyeglasses may or may not help, a discussion of common treatments for eye problems, and clear instructions on when and when not to wear eyeglasses.   Keywords: Eyeglasses, Spectacles.

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