DRY EYE DISEASE
What is Dry Eye Disease?
Occurs when eyes don’t produce enough tears or tears are poor quality.
* Tears are essential for:
* Lubrication
* Debris removal
* Eye health maintenance
* Insufficient/poor-quality tears can cause:
* Discomfort
* Inflammation
* Potential eye surface damage
Causes of Dry Eye
Decreased Tear Production
Aging
Hormonal changes
Medical conditions
Medications
Laser eye surgery
Increased Tear Evaporation
Dry air (air conditioning, heating)
Wind exposure
Infrequent blinking (prolonged computer use)
Eyelid problems (ectropion, entropion)
Symptoms
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Diagnosis
Comprehensive Eye Exam
Evaluates overall eye health and contributing factors.
Tear Film Evaluation
Assesses tear quality and quantity.
Schirmer Test
Measures tear production.
Tear Osmolarity Test
Measures tear salt content.
Meibomian Gland Imaging
Evaluates oil gland health.
Dry Eye Treatment Options
Prescription Eye Drops
Cyclosporine (Restasis) and lifitegrast (Xiidra) for inflammation.
Warm Compresses/Eyelid Hygiene
Improves meibomian gland function and reduces inflammation.
Lifestyle Modifications
- Blinking breaks (20-20-20 rule)
- Humidifier use
- Avoiding dry environments/wind
- Increased fluid intake
Punctal Plugs
Block tear drainage to keep tears on the eye’s surface.
Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Therapy
Treats meibomian gland dysfunction and reduces inflammation.
Artificial Tears/Lubricating Eye Drops
- Over-the-counter and prescription options
- Different formulations for varying dryness levels.