India, Oct. 1 -- From street lamps and glowing billboards to screens indoors, artificial light is a constant and relentless presence in city life. After sunset, the city is illuminated to its fullest, with surroundings all lit up, both indoors and outdoors. All the brightness is practical, but for eye health, the excessive glare can be stressful, leaving you squinting.ALSO READ: Do you read while lying in bed? Ophthalmologist reveals why it is unsafe for your eye health: 'Can cause headaches.'

What does an ophthalmologist have to say about this? How can constant exposure to artificial light affect our eyes, and how serious can these effects be? Dr Ganesh Pillay, Chief of Research and Academics and regional COO (Central India) at ASG Hosp...