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Eye Fatigue
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Eye Fatigue

Get expert care for your Eye Fatigue by completing a brief questionnaire and video consult with our medical team.

Licensed providers in all 50 states

Expert-guided, evidence-based treatments

Skip the trip to the doctor's office

Visit options

We'll check any insurance and show you your options before you book.

Video Visit

$25

Est. or $100 w/o insurance

Most insurance accepted

In-person specialists nationwide

All scheduling handled for you

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What to expect from an Eye Fatigue visit

1

Share your health story

Answer a few questions about your goals and concerns. And, we'll gather your full health history from past providers.

2

Meet your clinician

Pick a time that works for you to speak with a licensed clinician. They'll review your health story beforehand, so your visit can be used to listen and dig deeper.

3

Get your care plan

Leave with clear next steps and a personalized care plan. If you need medication, labs, or to see a specialist, your clinician will take care of the details for you.

4

Own your health

Track your progress, schedule follow-ups, and adjust care as your needs evolve. Your care team and General AI is only a few taps away.

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Ongoing support, always available.

You’ll be supported by experienced clinicians who care for a wide range of health needs, from everyday concerns to more complex conditions.

Our clinicians track your progress over time and adjust your care as needed. If medication is prescribed, we’ll manage dosing and monitor for side effects. If lab testing is recommended, we review results and refine your plan accordingly. You’re never left to navigate care on your own.

All your care in one place. That’s the General Medicine difference.

We help you understand your options, connect you to the right clinicians, manage prescriptions, coordinate any needed evaluations, and keep an eye on your overall health along the way. It’s comprehensive care that looks at the full picture — your goals, your history, your lifestyle — and makes it simple to move forward with confidence.

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Reasons to book your eye fatigue visit

Eye strain and fatigue that interferes with your work or daily routine deserves a proper look. This visit helps identify the cause and find practical solutions.

Your eyes feel tired, sore, or heavy — especially after screen use

You're getting headaches that seem to start behind or around your eyes

Vision becomes temporarily blurry after prolonged reading or screen time

You haven't had an eye exam recently and think your prescription may have changed

You're not sure if the issue is your eyes, your screens, or your environment

You want specific recommendations beyond the generic 20-20-20 rule

Not sure if this is the right next step for you?

Book a visit with a General Medicine clinician first — and they'll help you figure out what's next.

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Get the care you need, without the wait.

Frequently asked questions

What causes eye fatigue?

Eye fatigue (asthenopia) most commonly results from prolonged near work — particularly screen use — causing sustained ciliary muscle effort and reduced blink rate. Uncorrected or under-corrected refractive error, dry eyes, poor ergonomics, and inadequate lighting are significant contributing factors.

Is eye fatigue a sign of a serious eye condition?

In most cases, eye fatigue reflects digital eye strain or uncorrected vision rather than a serious underlying condition. Persistent, worsening, or asymmetric symptoms — particularly with visual changes, headache, or double vision — warrant a comprehensive eye exam to rule out other causes.

What is the 20-20-20 rule and does it work?

Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. This allows the ciliary muscle to relax and reduces accommodative fatigue. Evidence supports it as a practical strategy for reducing digital eye strain, though it works best as part of a broader ergonomic approach.

Should I get blue-light-blocking glasses for eye fatigue?

Current evidence does not support blue light as a primary cause of digital eye strain — the benefit of blue-light-blocking lenses for fatigue specifically is not well established. Properly fitted prescription lenses, good screen ergonomics, and dry eye management are more evidence-based interventions.

What side effects are associated with eye fatigue treatments?

Lubricating eye drops are very well tolerated — preservative-free formulations are preferred for frequent use. Prescription glasses or contact lenses for uncorrected refractive error carry no side effects. Anti-fatigue lenses are safe. Treating contributing dry eye with cyclosporine drops may cause initial burning on instillation. Eye Fatigue visit What to expect from a Eye Fatigue visit