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Have you ever woken up and felt your eyes heavy? Or are your eyes tired or strained? There are a few simple ways to stay awake and soothe tired eyes. However, you need to see an eye exam or get medical attention if you do not understand or you think you need to adjust the medication you are taking.

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Method 1 of 5: Soothe the eyes

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   Wash your face with cold water. Splashing cold water on your face doesn't actually wake you up directly. In contrast, cold water initially narrows the artery on the face, reducing blood circulation to the face. This lack of blood circulation stimulates the reflexes of the nervous system to help the body become more alert, and fight to get out of this condition.
   • Reducing blood circulation to the eyes also helps reduce eye swelling.
   • Tears naturally flow out when you close your eyes at this moment. Prolonged awake will cause dry and tired eyes. Closing your eyes reduces dryness and creates tear film.
   • Test the water temperature before splashing it on your face. The water should be cold but not frosty.
   • Splash the water at least 3 times for good results. However, keep in mind that this method will only give you a little relief. Flapping too few times may not change anything.

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   Try dipping your face in a bowl of cold water. Enhance your cold water wake-up method by filling a bowl with cold water and soaking your face for 30 seconds. Take a deep breath before immersing your face in the water. Get up as soon as you need to breathe.
   • If you experience pain or any other symptoms, stop the procedure immediately and contact your doctor.

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   Apply a cold water mask to your eyes. To help wake your eyes, use soothing therapy. This will also rest your eyes when you close your eyes for a few minutes.
   • Fold a small towel the size of an eye mask and cover both eyes.
   • Run cold water through the towel.
   • Wring out the towel.
   • Relax on your bed or sofa and cover both eyes with a towel.
   • Remove the towel after 2-7 minutes.
   • Repeat as needed.

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   Apply a warm, wet compress. Warm compresses can help relax the muscles around the eyes. This therapy can help reduce the feeling of fatigue. To make a simple gauze, wet a clean washcloth or a couple of paper towels with warm (but not hot) water. Apply it to the eyes for a few minutes until you feel a relief from the eye.
   • You can also make a warm compress with a tea bag. Soak the tea bag in warm water, then squeeze out excess water. Apply to tired eyes.

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   Try moisturizing eye drops. There are several types of eye drops that can help ease eye strain. A moisturizing eye drop helps to soothe tired eyes. It also adds natural tearing ingredients to help hydrate the eyes.
   • These solutions need to be used regularly. Follow the directions on the package for proper use.
   • If you have a chronic condition that contributes to eye fatigue, you need to talk to your ophthalmologist for an accurate diagnosis.

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   Use antihistamine eye drops. These eye drops block the body's natural defenses from releasing histamine to fight allergens. Many antihistamine eye drops are available without a prescription.
   • Antihistamine eye drops can cause dry eyes, mouth, nose, and throat.
   • Follow the directions on the package for proper use.

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   Use eye drops to constrict blood vessels. Eye drops such as Visine constrict blood vessels in the eyes, helping to reduce redness. Some brands contain moisturizers to help keep the eyes moist.
   • These eye drops can cause a red eye reaction. When the eye drops stop working, the blood vessels can dilate more than usual, making the eyes redder.
   • Follow the directions on the package for proper use.

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   Ask your doctor about cyclosporine (Restasis) eye drops. Restasis helps to treat chronic dry eyes caused by a condition called dry conjunctivitis by blocking certain immune factors. This medication is available by prescription only, so check with your doctor to see if this medication is right for you.
   • Restasis side effects may include burning, itching, redness, blurred vision, or sensitivity to light. It may cause an allergic reaction in some people.
   • Follow the directions on the package for proper use.
   • Pregnant women should not use Restasis eye drops.
   • Restasis may take up to 6 weeks (or longer in some cases) to reduce dry eyes.
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Method 2 of 5: Eye and body movements to help alertness

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   Try the 20-20-20 method. Every 20 minutes, take your eyes off the screen and look at an object 20 feet (6 m) away for 20 seconds.
   • Set an alarm to remind yourself to relax and rest your eyes.

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   Try looking at the imaginary clock. Some exercises are designed specifically for the eyes to strengthen the muscles around the eyes. These exercises can help soothe tired eyes, and can also prevent the eyes from becoming tired too quickly. Imagine a clock in front of you. Find the watch face center. Keep your head still, keeping your eyes open at 12 o'clock. Then bring your eyes back to the center position. Then move your eyes to the 1 o'clock position and back to the center point.
   • Repeat this exercise 10 times.
   • This exercise helps the tired eyes focus better. It also strengthens your lids and muscles, helping you focus your eyes.

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   Write fantasy letters with your eyes. Imagine letters of an alphabet on a wall in the distance. Keep your head still, draw these letters with your eyes.
   • Imagine a horizontal 8 in front of you. Draw 8 with your eyes and don't move your head.

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   Blink more often. Practice blinking more often to prevent dry eyes. Blink every 4 seconds to create tear film and to prevent tired eyes.

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   Sit up and stretch. Sitting for a long time in front of a monitor or computer can strain neck and back muscles. If left untreated, these muscles can cause secondary pain or stiff neck, headaches in addition to eye fatigue. Stretching or meditation, especially with closed eyes, can reduce dry eyes by moistening the eyes with the natural tear film. This technique also helps relax the muscles around the eyes.
   • The muscle relaxation helps to increase blood circulation and oxygen to the stressed eye muscles, helping the eyes to relax.
   • It also helps reduce stress on the body when accompanied by a meditative breathing method.
   • Stretching helps to reduce irritability, elevate mood and soothe tired eyes.

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   Work out with moderate intensity exercises. Moderate exercise helps increase heart rate. As a result, circulating oxygen increases, increasing blood circulation to the eyes.
   • Increased blood circulation is an important factor in enhancing the function of the eye muscles and tissues around the eyes.
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Method 3 of 5: Create a more pleasant environment

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   Turn off strong lights. A pleasant environment reduces eye strain thanks to less focus on the eyes. Bright or harsh light causes the eyes to work harder to adapt. Long-term exposure to bright light causes too much irritation to the eyes and body, leading to overall irritation and fatigue.

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   Eliminate fluorescent bulbs. Start with getting rid of fluorescent bulbs and bulbs with unnecessary strong light. Switch to "soft / warm" bulbs.

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   Add dimmer switch. Install dimmer dimmer switch for lights. This allows you to control the brightness, which can help relieve symptoms.
   • Thanks to that, other members of your family also have more choices.

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   Computer screen adjustment. Adjusting your computer screen is probably necessary if you work for long periods of time. This will make it easier to focus your eyes. You will also experience less eye strain.
   • Make sure the computer screen is far enough away. The computer screen should be 50-100 cm away from your eyes. Keep the screen at eye level or slightly below eye level.
   • Reduce glare by pulling the curtains down, as sunlight can cause interference.
   • Adjust the screen so that the strongest light in the room hits the screen at a 90 ° angle.
   • Adjust the screen brightness and contrast.

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   Listening to music. In general, music usually makes people feel better. Different styles of music can "wake up" us in their own way.
   • Try listening to dance music.Dance music can allow you to imagine yourself dancing and enjoying yourself. When listening to music, you can move unconsciously to the rhythm by beating your feet, snapping your fingers or moving in rhythm.
   • Listen to familiar music. Soothe tired eyes by closing your eyes for a few minutes and listening to familiar music. This can evoke pleasant memories.
   • Listen to funny music. Raising awareness and listening to funny music with encouraging lyrics can make you happier.
   • Turn on music. A slightly louder volume than usual can stimulate a sense of alertness.
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Method 4 of 5: Talk to your optometrist and doctor

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   Get regular eye exams. See an optometrist to update your eye exam schedule. They will check for signs of eye and other conditions.

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   Make sure your eyeglasses and contact lenses are correct. If you find your eyes tired, you may be straining your eyes from using old prescription prescription. Check with your optometrist for a suitable new prescription.

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   Medical examination. If you still have symptoms of eye strain after taking a variety of treatments, see your doctor. There may even be acute cases that need treatment. You may have a more complex condition that is causing eye fatigue. In this case, it is strongly recommended to see a medical professional. Some medical conditions may include:
   • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: In this case, the patient is constantly tired. This fatigue can cause vision problems and is mistaken for eye fatigue. Correct lenses also do not cure vision changes, such as blurred vision. Normal eye exams are normal. This requires medical attention.
   • Thyroid eye disease: This can cause eye problems that can cause eye fatigue. This includes thyroid problems such as Basedow (Graves disease), where the body attacks the thyroid tissue itself and the eye tissues, causing eye swelling.
   • Astigmatism: In this condition, the cornea is abnormally curved, causing a blurred vision.
   • Chronic Dry Eye Syndrome: Chronic dry eyes can be caused by systemic problems like diabetes or Sjogren's syndrome, an immune disorder that causes dry eyes and mouth.
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Method 5 of 5: Change your diet

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   Eat more fruits with vitamin C. Increase your intake of lemons and oranges. The sour taste stimulates the senses and facial muscles around the eyes. The vitamin C in these fruits provides antioxidants to fight fatigue-causing diseases.
   • Lemons and oranges can also prevent degenerative eye diseases such as retinal degeneration and cataracts.

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   Get vitamin A. Vitamin A is an important component of vision. Good sources of vitamin A include liver, fish oil, milk, eggs, and green vegetables.

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   Eat more green vegetables. In addition to vitamin A, green leafy vegetables like kale and spinach contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which help filter out harmful light. They also contain antioxidants and vitamin B12, which help in the production of blood cells. Eating more green vegetables will also help you increase the energy needed to combat eye fatigue.
   • Kale and spinach can help prevent cataracts.

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   Increase intake of omega-3 fatty acids. Salmon, tuna and other fish contain omega-3 fatty acids, which help prevent eye diseases. These foods also prevent the effects of degenerative damage on the eyes.

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   Increase your zinc intake. Zinc can help prevent the harmful effects of bright light. Increase your zinc intake by eating more beans, milk, beef, and chicken. advertisement

Advice

• Some people have a higher risk of dry eyes and eye fatigue. You are more likely to experience symptoms if you are elderly, female, living in a dry environment, wearing contact lenses, taking certain medications, are changing hormones, having nutritional deficiencies.