“Can stress cause light sensitivity?”
I am a 28 year old male. I want to know if stress can cause light sensitivity?
5 Answers
Usually not. Excess light sensitivity or photophobia is commonly caused by inflammation, either inside the eye as in uveitis, or on the surface due to dry eye, allergy or infection. If causing discomfort you should see an ophthalmologist.
Mark F Pyfer MD
Mark F Pyfer MD
Stress itself does not cause light sensitivity....but it does make us more sensitive and perhaps less tolerant of irritations around us. Additionally, there are ophthalmic syndromes that can be induced by stress, especially in men. If you feel that your vision has changed, please see an ophthalmologist for a full evaluation.
Stress affects body in many ways. Short answer yes
Usually not
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