Dry Eye Syndrome

Dry eye is also called as Dry eye syndrome. It is a chronic disorder of the eye due to the inability to produce sufficient tears or incorrect composition of tears. The eye is not moisturized...

Dry eye is also called as Dry eye syndrome. It is a chronic disorder of the eye due to the inability to produce sufficient tears or incorrect composition of tears. The eye is not moisturized and lubricated adequately. There is a continuous irritation in the tissues of the eye and this makes the person feel uncomfortable.

What causes Dry Eye Syndrome?

* The natural process of aging, especially for women during menopause.

* It may be the result of certain medications like antidepressants, antihistamines, some B.P. medicines, birth control pills, Parkinson’s disease medications.

* Insufficient blinking of your eyes like when you are watching T.V. or working on the computer for a long time.

* Those wearing contact lenses since long time may also suffer from dry eyes. Research shows a correlation between the lens wearer and dry eyes. Those wearing lenses have an uncomfortable feeling in their eyes and so rubbing their eyes seem to be one of the causes of dry eye.

* Other causes are disease and incomplete closure of the eyelids, lack of the glands producing tears.

Symptoms of Dry Eye

- A gritty, itchy, painful and burning sensation in the eye.

- Appearance of stringy mucus around the eye.

- The overall capacity of the individual to work is decreased.

- Reduced quality of life and psychologically poor health.

- Reduced ability in performing activities requiring visual attention driving a car or reading a book.

Treatment for dry eyes:

Restasis Eye drops which contain castor oil in cyclosporine base can be used. These eye drops are very useful as they stimulate your eye in increase the production of tears.

Artificial tears provide temporary relief to the eyes. Sometimes the eye may be irritated due to the preservatives contained in the drops. So preservative-free tears are required in such cases.

Punctual occlusion is another method of treatment where tiny plugs are inserted in the eye. These plugs help to slow down the rate of tear drainage from the eyes. Hence, helps to keep the moist for a longer time.

If your contact lenses add to your discomfort, then it is good to switch on to spectacle-glasses.

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