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As explained by my headache specialist: Fluorescent lights can contribute to migraine attacks because people with migraine disease are sensitive to the lights, which flicker hundreds of times a second. This is noticeable to people with migraine because of the hypersensitivity of their brains, which cannot filter out unnecessary stimuli like sounds and lights, whereas other people's brains tell them they don't need to worry about it so they don't even notice.
P.S. What is doubly worse is in the UK and Europe where lighting flickers at 50Hz but Computer Monitors, due to being made to US and Japanese standards, typically flicker at 60Hz unless specifically switched to another frequency (usually 50Hz isn't offered but 75Hz is). This causes something called a "beat frequency", like the equivalent of putting two sheets of net curtaining next to each other, and seeing a gingham check patterning caused by the dark and light patches meshing together against each other.
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Why does a plasma ball make fluorescent light bulbs light up?
Anything that excites the gas in a fluorescent will make it light. Static electricity from the carpet will cause compact fluorescent to light.
Which of fluorescent and florescent is spelt right?
The correct spelling of that word is fluorescent.Some example sentences with the word are:The fluorescent lighting in the office was broken.He wore a fluorescent vest when he cycled.Doctors have warned that working under fluorescentlighting for too long can cause eyesight issues and migraines.
What type of light does a fluorescent light have?
it has a zenon gas that can cause cancer to others if broken
Why does fluorescent light flicker?
Fluorescent lights flicker because they rely on a ballast to regulate the flow of electricity. If the ballast is faulty or the light bulb is reaching the end of its lifespan, it can cause the light to flicker.
Can half thyroid removal cause migraines?
can half thyroid removal cause migraines
Where do you typically experience migraines?
Migraines are commonly experienced as a throbbing headache on one side of the head, often accompanied by sensitivity to light and sound. They can also cause nausea and vomiting.
Can you use incandescent and fluorescent light bulbs in the same electric circuit?
Yes, that will not cause a problem.
How is fluorescent different from natural light?
Fluorescent light is a type of artificial light created by passing an electrical current through mercury vapor to produce ultraviolet light, which then excites a phosphor coating on the bulb to emit visible light. Natural light, on the other hand, comes from the sun and contains a full spectrum of colors. Fluorescent light tends to have a bluish or greenish tone and can cause flickering, while natural light is more consistent and beneficial for human well-being.
What does it mean if a contact lens user has regular severe headaches on the right side with a vomiting sensation?
The contact lenses probably have nothing to do with it. There are many things that can cause headaches, migraines often cause nausea as well. Go and see a doctor. *If your contacts do not fit properly or are damaging your eyes you can get migraines and light sensitivity but not nausea. You should see your eye doctor if you are having light sensitivity and migraines*
Does natural light counter fluorescent light effects on migraines?
If you are asking that if you spent 2 hours under fluorescent lights and then went outside for 2 hours, then no - it would not counter the effects. What is believed to cause fluorescent lights to be a migraine trigger is the imperceptible flickering and humming that occurs while they are on. It is doubtful that exposure to natural light would interfere with that, even if it was pouring through a window into the room with the fluorescent lights. However, it is also believed that fluorescent lights alter the way our light perceives color. Natural light in the same room would interfere with that slightly. Also that some people are triggered not just due to fluorescent lights, but fluorescent lights causing a glare on the computer screen in front of them, which can also refocus the flicker so that your eyes are more exposed to it. Ways to avoid this problem are flatscreen monitors, glare protection screens which fit over a monitor, and - if possible - altering the room so that an incandescent light is on the desk, next to or behind the computer monitor, so that the light isn't coming from above and behind you to be reflected in the monitor.
Can you get a sunburn or a tan by sitting next to a fluorescent light?
No, fluorescent lights do not emit the same type of UV radiation that can cause sunburn or tanning. The UV radiation in sunlight is what triggers these effects on the skin, and fluorescent lights do not produce enough of this type of UV radiation to cause sunburn or tanning.
Why is my fluorescent light fixture not working?
Your fluorescent light fixture may not be working due to a faulty bulb, a problem with the ballast, or issues with the wiring or connections. It is recommended to check these components to determine the cause of the problem and address it accordingly.
