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Spending excessive time staring at a screen is common for most of us. From computers to cell phones, the average screen time for adults in the US is a whopping 7 hours and 3 minutes! 

Pink eye is a very general term for an eye infection that causes the eye to go pink or red. The sinuses are hollow tubes that run behind the forehead, eyes, cheeks, and nasal bones.

There are many reasons for red, or bloodshot, eyes. From too little sleep to irritation or infection, the underlying causes are many. There are many eye drops on the market that can effectively reduce the discoloration. 

Astigmatism is a refractive error that distorts or blurs vision. It’s very common and is usually caused by an abnormally shaped cornea. The condition is treated in several ways, including eyeglasses, contact lenses, or laser vision correction.

Peripapillary atrophy (PPA) is an eye condition caused when certain tissues around the optic nerve become thinner. It rarely has any symptoms and is usually spotted during a regular eye examination.

Styes are a common eye condition caused by infection. While they can be irritating, they’re not usually serious—although in rare situations they can spread and cause more widespread issues.