Tired Eyes? What’s Really Causing Them and How to Find Relief

👁️ Your eyes feel tired—but you’re not sure why.
In this video, Dr. Rupa Wong, board-certified ophthalmologist and eye surgeon, explains the real reasons behind eye fatigue. From digital eye strain and incomplete blinking to dry eyes, allergies, and even the wrong glasses—she breaks it all down.
If your eyes feel exhausted by the end of the day, this will help you understand what’s going on and what to do next.

00:00 : Have your eyes ever just felt tired with no explanation?

00:50 : What is the real reason your eyes can feel tired throughout the day?

01:15 : What are the most common and overlooked reasons for eye fatigue?

01:29 : What is digital eye strain?

01:49 : What happens with digital eye strain?

02:20 : What is incomplete blinking?

02:40 : What are the layers of tears?

02:50 : Why does incomplete blinking lead to eye strain?

03:20 : Does digital eye strain affect focus too?

03:33 : What can help with digital eye strain?

04:00 : Are there other things that could have the same symptoms as digital eye strain?

04:38: Are certain demographics more susceptible?

04:54 : What happens with dry eyes?

05:25 : What helps with dry eyes?

05:57 : How do allergies contribute to eyes feeling tired during the day?

06:28 : Do antihistamines help with ocular allergies?

06:40 : What are some treatments for ocular allergies?

06:53 : Can glasses cause eye fatigue?


07:16 : Which lens makes it more common to have eye strain?

07:33 : Are blue light glasses helpful for eye strain?

07:50 : What should you do if your glasses are causing eye strain?

08:10 : Can tired eyes be a signifier of a bigger issue?

08:44 : When should you see an eye doctor for eye fatigue?

09:15 : What are some things to look for with tired eyes?

09:30 : Have you ever experienced tired eyes?


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