Dry eye is a condition that occurs when your eyes don't receive enough tears or the tears don't work properly. Symptoms include a burning, dry, or scratchy feeling, blurry vision, red eyes, and sensitivity to light.
Dry eye is a condition that occurs when your eyes don't receive enough tears or the tears don't work properly. Symptoms include a burning, dry, or scratchy feeling, blurry vision, red eyes, and sensitivity to light.
Dry eyes can be caused by a number of factors, including:
Dry eyes can be temporary or chronic. If caused by environmental factors or medications, symptoms may improve or go away when the cause is addressed. However, chronic dry eyes may never go away completely.
Treatments for dry eyes include:
Lifestyle changes like taking breaks from screens, blinking consciously, and maintaining good eyelid hygiene
Prescription medications
Environmental modifications like using a humidifier and wearing wraparound glasses
Artificial tears, gels, or ointments
Nutritional supplements like omega-3 fatty acids
You should see a doctor if you have prolonged signs and symptoms of dry eyes.
When a problem occurs within the drainage system, and the eye’s natural drain becomes clogged, the fluid builds up in the eye, and consequently causes a buildup of pressure within the eye.
MM Eye Care offers personalized treatment plans for dry eye syndrome. Our experienced doctors use advanced diagnostic tools, including tear film analysis and Meibomian gland evaluation, to assess tear production and quality. Treatments may include artificial tears, prescription medications, punctal plugs, and procedures like LipiFlow to improve tear production and reduce tear evaporation.