Why Are My Eyes Blurry in the Morning for Hours? (Real Reasons + Fixes)
👁️ Introduction Waking up with blurry vision is one thing. But when your eyes stay blurry for hours every morning, it’s more than just sleep crust or grogginess — it's your eyes trying to tell you something. As an optometrist, I've seen countless patients walk in worried about this exact issue. Sometimes it’s harmless. Sometimes it’s a warning. In this post, I’ll break down the real reasons why your eyes may feel blurry for hours every morning, how to fix it, and when you should get help. 📌 Related: Sudden Blurry Vision in One Eye – What It Could Mean 🚨 Is Morning Blurry Vision Normal? Blurry vision when you first wake up isn’t uncommon — but when it lingers for an hour or more , it’s often a sign of an underlying issue. It might be as simple as dry eyes or more complex like blood sugar fluctuations or early cataracts. Let’s break it down. 🧠 1. Dry Eyes While Sleeping (Most Common) During sleep, we don’t blink. That means our tear film doesn’t get refreshed. ...