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Episode 92: Why Does Light Hurt? 7 Causes of Light Sensitivity
Episode 92
Friday, 25 September, 2026
Why do sunlight, fluorescent lights, headlights, screens, or even your phone sometimes feel painfully bright?In this Eye-Q Podcast Quick Take, neuro-ophthalmologist Dr. Rani Banik explains 7 causes of photophobia, from migraine and dry eye to corneal irritation, uveitis, concussion, and neurologic conditions.You’ll also learn why constantly wearing dark sunglasses indoors may backfire, when tinted lenses may be helpful, and what emerging evidence suggests about lutein and zeaxanthin for supporting glare tolerance and photostress recovery.Most light sensitivity is not an emergency—but certain combinations of pain, redness, vision loss, fever, neck stiffness, or neurologic symptoms should never be ignored.Try OpticaMD's Daily Vision eye supplement - boost your lutein and zeaxanthin levels and protect against harmful wavelengths of light. Learn more HERE: https://www.opticamd.com/collections/all/products/daily-visionIf you found this episode helpful, follow The Eye-Q Podcast™ on Spotify and leave a rating or review. It helps more people discover the show and learn how to protect their vision.
