If I watch an Lcd tv or computer monitor I get a migraine within 5 minutes.
2007-02-06 12:52:18 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Monitors
There is a big difference between an LCD and a CRT (old monitors). The CRT is actually flickering at a determined frequency that can be changed most of the time.
The only thing that I can think of that might make your migraine flair up when watching a LCD monitor or TV is that the contrast might be high. LCD's tend to have a higher output and be a little more contrasting i.e., white is brighter and the difference between the darks and brights is more defined.
But then again, it is very unusual that you would get migraines from an LCD; normally it is the solution for people who have problems looking at CRT's.
2007-02-06 13:04:48 · answer #1 · answered by Marc 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ghostrecon is probably right, you need glasses. But here are some other things to think about:
(1) Are you looking at your monitor in the dark? Make sure you have some backlight to reduce the contrast between your monitor and your surroundings. Put a soft lamp somewhere behind your monitor if possible.
(2) I've read that you should rest your eyes every hour for a good few minutes. Stand up, stretch, and let our eyes rest on the things around you. Take a breather.
(3) Are you wearing contacts? I've read that your eye changes shape as you focus. Contacts are shaped to fit your eye, so if it changes shape when you focus on something closer, I personally think this creates issues. This is from my own experience though.
(4) The nature of LCD monitors shouldn't stress your eyes, but try to juice up the refresh rate of your monitor. That might help. Anything over 72 Hz is overkill though, so no need to go much higher than that.
2007-02-06 13:01:47 · answer #2 · answered by Art Student 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's very strange, more than often, people get this from CRT monitors and LCD screens fix the problem. Contact an eye speacilist you may have a strained muscle in your eye causing a problem with your ability to focus.
2007-02-06 13:00:26 · answer #3 · answered by Vantado 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe because LCD monitors are very expensive. Same with you LCD monitors give me headache because i dont have big amount of money to buy one.
2007-02-06 14:15:58 · answer #4 · answered by Elmer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try adjusting the refresh rate on your monitor. sometimes that can give you a headache. if that doesn't work, talk to your doctor.
2007-02-06 12:56:49 · answer #5 · answered by vic5014 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Check with your local GP.
2007-02-06 12:55:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
sensitive eyes
2007-02-06 12:56:34 · answer #7 · answered by michaelwonkeller 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
u need glasses
2007-02-06 12:56:00 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋