Re:Ask HN: How do you take care of your eyes?
by fern12 on Wednesday June 14, 2017 @12:36AM
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Same here. At my previous job, my desk was positioned directly below an HVAC vent. This was in DC, and I used to feel more relieved stepping outside into 90 degree humidity, because my eyes were so parched.
Someone really needs to invent a detachable, re-sizable vent cover that can block or redirect air flow, and yet still be easily removable for irritating building superintendent inspections.
Re:Ask HN: How do you take care of your eyes?
by jenkstom on Wednesday June 14, 2017 @09:47AM
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The following are just search results on amazon. I have not used any of them:
https://www.amazon.com/Accord-APSWDF-Adjustable-Deflector-Re... https://www.amazon.com/Elima-Draft-Commercial-Deflector-Cove... https://www.amazon.com/Magnum-Magnetic-30mil-Flexible-Materi...
Re:Ask HN: How do you take care of your eyes?
by fern12 on Wednesday June 14, 2017 @01:53PM
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That's very useful, thanks. I like the 2nd option. Fortunately, I have since moved on to another job, but I will definitely keep these in mind.
Re:Ask HN: How do you take care of your eyes?
by jakobegger on Wednesday June 14, 2017 @10:17AM
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Stupid question, but would wearing a baseball cap help?
Re:Ask HN: How do you take care of your eyes?
by fern12 on Wednesday June 14, 2017 @01:55PM
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I am female and work in an office setting with a dress code. Otherwise, I agree that that makes a lot of sense!
Re:Ask HN: How do you take care of your eyes?
by Kepler-295c on Wednesday June 14, 2017 @12:36AM
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Have you had lasik?
I've seen a few Ophthalmologists, official diagnosis is Blepharitis but ultimately my eyes are constantly tired, floaters, sharp pains, dry from the moment I wake up and have nearly constant muscle spasms.
I've tried fish oil, antibiotics, Restasis, numerous drops and gels, various apps, changing behavior etc. I haven't found the silver bullet but I give my eye lids massages and try to drink plenty of water and try to avoid environments that make it worse. I limit computer use to work hours only and am in a role where I only really use a computer for ~4 hours a day. The last few years things haven't gotten worse but haven't gotten better either.
Best advice I can give is take breaks and have hobbies that don't require a computer.