In a world of digital technology, it has become almost impossible to turn away from glaring at our phones or laptop screens. This has become a widespread health concern, especially in regard with eye health. Eye problems can occur due to several reasons, one of which is the constant use of phones and long hours of screen time.

The Journal of Medical Case Reports have come across a woman who was left partially blind from staring at her mobile device in broad daylight. Therefore, doctors have warned against the use of phones on a sunny day, given that it can be dangerous for the eyes.

Maculopathy, also known as macular degeneration, is a disease that affects the back of the retina, called the macula. Those with maculopathy don’t go completely blind, but often lose their central vision. In case of solar maculopathy, one may experience damage of the retina and the macula due to direct exposure to the sun.