Dry Eye Disease

Dry eye disease happens when tears do not provide enough lubrication, leading to discomfort and fluctuating vision.

Common symptoms

Grittiness, burning, stinging, eye fatigue, watery eyes, and intermittent blurred vision.

Description

Dry eye disease is a common long-term condition where the tear film is unstable. This can happen when the eyes do not produce enough tears or when tears evaporate too quickly.

Symptoms can be worse after reading, screen use, wind exposure, or in heated and air-conditioned environments. Some people experience watering as a reflex response to irritation.

Treatment focuses on improving tear quality and reducing irritation. This may include lubricating drops, eyelid hygiene, warm compresses, environmental changes, and managing contributing conditions.