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How does bright light benefit if your eyes are sensitive and you are prone to migraines?

I have Fibromyalgia, spinal sclerosis - balance off at times.

Female | 69 years old
Complaint duration: 1984
Medications: Low dose A.D. asthma meds
Conditions: Fibromyalgia ,asthma,spinal sclerosis

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Bright light especially outdoors can be annoying but not harmful. It is why we wear sunglasses in that case. Bright light indoors can improve the ability to view at near - fine print, threading needles, etc. These lights in most settings are well below the level of discomfort.  


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