Why do my eyes feel 'gritty' or like there is sand in them?
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Anna Pereira
1 month ago
This is a classic sign of 'Dry Eye Syndrome.' It happens when your tears evaporate too quickly or your eyes don't produce enough lubrication, often due to prolonged screen use.
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