Problematic Internet Use Associated with Symptomatic Dry Eye Disease in Medical Students from Peru

Condori-Meza, I. Benjamín; Dávila-Cabanillas, L Alessandra; Challapa-Mamani, Mabel R; Pinedo-Soria, Antony; Torres, Renato R; Rojas-Humpire, Ricardo; Huancahuire-Vega, Salomón

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“…This study recognized the impact of VD devices and the psychological stress on DED among students during Covid-19 pandemic [ 11 ]. Similar studies conducted during Covid-19 pandemic reported DED prevalence from 51,8% to 71,7%, using different criteria [ 12 – 15 ].…”

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Evaluation of dry eye symptoms and risk factors among medical students in Serbia

Aćimović

Stanojlović²,

Kalezić³

et al. 2022

PLoS ONE

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Background Dry eye is a multifactorial disease defined less than 30 years ago. It is a relatively common disorder, affected by a number of well-known risk factors. Dry eye can be challenging to diagnose because of the possible discrepancy between patients’ symptoms and clinical signs, and its overlap with other ocular surface diseases. Literature-wise, dry eye is usually associated with age and therefore investigated within older populations. Recently, studies focusing on young adult and student populations have demonstrated a higher prevalence of dry eye than previously expected. Aim The study aims to determine the frequency of dry eye symptoms in the student population, and the impact of students’ activities and habits as potential risk factors. Methodology Our study involved 397 students from the medical school at the University of Belgrade, Serbia. Students were asked to complete an online survey that addressed general information, health, habits, and routine in everyday use of electronic devices. In addition, students completed a standard Ocular Surface Disease Index questionnaire. Results The prevalence of dry eye was 60.5% (240/397) in our study population. Contact lens wear (p<0.001), allergies (p = 0.049) and increased number of hours per day using VD devices for studying purposes (p = 0.014) were associtated with a higher risk of dry eye disease. Risk factors that did not significantly impact dry eye were the use of oral contraceptives, smoking, systemic diseases, year of study and sex. Conclusion In our study, the prevalence of dry eye disease was similar or slightly higher than in previous studies among young adults. In addition, contact lenses, allergies and visual display devices were associated with the development of the dry eye.

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“…DED has been shown to be more prevalent among women and the elderly [ 9 , 10 ]. However, several recent studies investigated DED in the young adult population, and reported a prevalence up to 70.8% [ 11 – 15 ]. These findings indicate the possibility of a higher prevalence of DED in this age group than previously thought.…”

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Evaluation of dry eye symptoms and risk factors among medical students in Serbia

Aćimović

Stanojlović²,

Kalezić³

et al. 2022

PLoS ONE

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“…In addition, due to the coronavirus disease outbreak in 2019 (COVID-19), online courses have become much more prevalent among high school students [ 5 ]. As excessive use of screens is one of the major causes of DED, students having long online courses may suffer from DED [ 6 , 7 ]. Therefore, the prevalence of DED among high school students should not be neglected.…”

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Prevalence of dry eye disease among Chinese high school students during the COVID-19 outbreak

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Purpose The study aimed to investigate the prevalence of dry eye disease (DED) and relevant risk factors among Chinese high school students during the COVID-19 outbreak. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted from November to December 2020, and 4825 high school students from nine high schools in Shanghai were recruited. All students completed ocular surface disease index (OSDI) and perceived stress scale (PSS) questionnaires and answered other questions designed to ascertain information on the risk factors related to DED. DED was diagnosed when OSDI scores were greater than or equal to 13. The prevalence of symptomatic DED was determined. A T-test, Kruskal-Wallis test, Chi-square test, and logistic regression analysis were used to examine the possible risk factors. Results The prevalence of symptomatic DED among Chinese high school students was 70.5%. In univariate analysis, higher PSS scores (P<0.001), prolonged video display terminal (VDT) use (P<0.001), wearing contact lenses (P=0.001), poor sleep quality (P<0.001), and being female (P<0.001) were significantly correlated with dry eyes. In multivariate logistic regression analysis, higher PSS scores (P<0.001, OR=1.20), prolonged VDT use (P<0.001, OR=1.07), poor sleep quality (P<0.001, OR=1.84), and being female (P=0.001, OR=1.25) were significant risk factors associated with DED. Conclusions Due to the epidemic, most Chinese high school students are in a high-risk environment in which they are more likely to suffer from DED, such as long online courses and heavy stress from school. Relevant preventive measures that may have a positive impact on public health and quality of life for high school students should be brought to the forefront.

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“…However, its inappropriate use has been considered a serious public health issue. Playing games for long periods can increase the incidence of dry-eye disease, obesity, and mental health problems [3,4]. Previous studies have found a positive association between digital device use and poor sleep quality and psychological distress, such as depression or internet gaming disorder (IGD) [5][6][7][8].…”

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Role of Gaming Devices Associated With Internet Gaming Disorder in China: Cross-sectional Study

Li¹,

Tang²,

Huang³

et al. 2023

JMIR Serious Games

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Background Chinese gamers use computer and mobile phone games widely. Consequently, concerns regarding the development of internet gaming disorder (IGD) in adolescents have been raised. However, only a few studies have focused on the influence of gaming devices on IGD. Objective This study aims to compare sociodemographic information, gaming use characteristics, personality traits, and gaming motivations between computer game users (CGUs) and mobile phone game users (MGUs), as well as identifying IGD predictors. Methods This was a cross-sectional study. A total of 3593 internet game players took part in an online survey, which included sociodemographic information, gaming patterns, gaming motivations, the Chinese version of the Video Game Dependency Scale, and the Chinese Big Five Personality Inventory brief version. The population was divided into 2 groups for comparison by mobile phone or computer use, and the IGD population was also compared within the 2 groups. Results There were significant differences between the 2 gaming device groups in the time (t2994=7.75, P<.001) and money (t2994=5.11, P<.001) spent on gaming and in internet game addiction scores (t2994=3.68, P<.001). Individuals using different gaming devices had different game motivations and personality traits and preferred different genres of games. Results showed that IGD predictors were different for the 2 groups, for example, strategy (odds ratio [OR] 4.452, 95% CI 1.938-10.227; P<.001) and action shooter (OR 3.725, 95% CI 1.465-9.474; P=.01) games increased the risk for MGUs. Conclusions Gaming devices should be considered during early identification, such as long daily gaming time, much money spent on gaming, neuroticism, and conscientiousness. In addition, more research should be conducted on new gaming devices and IGD treatment.

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Problematic Internet Use Associated with Symptomatic Dry Eye Disease in Medical Students from Peru

Cited by 12 publications

References 31 publications

Evaluation of dry eye symptoms and risk factors among medical students in Serbia

Evaluation of dry eye symptoms and risk factors among medical students in Serbia

Prevalence of dry eye disease among Chinese high school students during the COVID-19 outbreak

Role of Gaming Devices Associated With Internet Gaming Disorder in China: Cross-sectional Study

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