ASSESS THE PREVALENCE, DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE, SEVERITY AND RISK FACTOR OF DRY EYE SYNDROME AMONG COMPUTER ENGINEERING STUDENT - A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY
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Keywords
Dry Eye Syndrome, Computer Vision Syndrome, Screen Time, Ocular Symptoms, Engineering Students, Cross-sectional Study
Abstract
Dry Eye Syndrome (DES) is a multifactorial disease causing ocular discomfort and visual disturbances, especially prevalent among individuals with prolonged screen time.
Objectives: To assess the prevalence, demographic profile, severity, and risk factors of DES among computer engineering students.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 239 computer engineering students at Shri Shankaracharya Technical Campus, Bhilai. Data on demographics, screen time, physical activity, and ocular symptoms were collected using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used to analyse the findings.
Results: DES symptoms were prevalent in the study group, with 82% reporting dryness and 85% eye fatigue. A majority (75.7%) had screen exposure exceeding 4 hours per day. Females, although fewer in number (37.2%), reported more severe symptoms. Physical activity was limited to 11.2% of participants. Symptom severity increased over time, with more individuals reporting persistent symptoms after three months.
Conclusion: Prolonged screen exposure significantly contributes to DES symptoms among students. Regular physical activity and preventive eye care practices are recommended to mitigate this growing public health issue.
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Dr. Pushpendra Singh Lahare
PG 3rd year student, Department of Ophthalmology, Shri Shankaracharya Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh.
Dr. Mary Jenifa Tigga
Associate Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Shri Shankaracharya Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh.
Dr. Prakeek Jain
Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Shri Shankaracharya Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh.
Dr. Somya Dulani
Professor & HOD, Department of Ophthalmology, Shri Shankaracharya Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh.
Dr. Rajashekar Metri
Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Chitradurga Medical College and Research Institute, Karnataka.
Dr. Pragya Tamrakar
PG 3rd year student, Department of Ophthalmology, Shri Shankaracharya Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhilai, Chhattisgarh.