øyesyndrom
Eyesyndrom is a colloquial term, not a recognized medical diagnosis, used in some Nordic countries to describe a range of eye-related symptoms that can be attributed to prolonged use of digital screens. While not a formal ophthalmological condition, the cluster of discomforts it signifies is a common complaint in the modern age. Symptoms typically include eye strain, dryness, irritation, blurred vision, headaches, and sometimes neck and shoulder pain. These issues arise from factors such as reduced blinking rates while focusing on screens, the glare and flicker emitted by digital displays, and improper viewing distances.
The underlying mechanisms often involve the ocular surface and the visual system. Reduced blinking leads to