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What is Dry Eye?

Dry eyes can occur when you're unable to produce enough liquid tears, also called aqueous fluid. The medical term for this condition is keratoconjunctivitis sicca (ker-uh-toe-kun-junk-tih-VY-tis SIK-uh). Common causes of decreased tear production include: Aging.

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  • A stinging, burning or scratchy sensation in your eyes.
  • Stringy mucus in or around your eyes.
  • Sensitivity to light.
  • Eye redness.
  • A sensation of having something in your eyes.
  • Difficulty wearing contact lenses.
  • Difficulty with nighttime driving.
  • Watery eyes, which is the body's response to the irritation of dry eyes.
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Blurry vision
  • Redness
  • Corneal ulcer
  • Eye fatigue
  • Burning
  • Mucus around the eye
  • Difficulty wearing contacts
  • A scratchy sensation in both eyes
  • Illness (including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, Graves' disease, diabetes, scleroderma, and Sjogren's syndrome).
  • Hormonal changes in women after menopause and during pregnancy.
  • Poor blinking habits while reading or looking at a computer screen for long periods of time.
  • A dry, indoor environment.
  • Avoid air blowing in your eyes.
  • Add moisture to the air.
  • Take eye breaks during long tasks.
  • Be aware of your environment.
  • Position your computer screen below eye level.
  • Stop smoking and avoid smoke.
  • Use artificial tears regularly.
  • Consider wearing wraparound sunglasses or other protective eyewear.

Risk factors for dry eye disease include use of contact lenses, certain medications (such as diuretics, antihistamines, isotretinoin, and some antidepressants), connective tissue diseases (such as Sjögren syndrome), and history of stem cell transplant.

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?
  • Over-the-counter eye drops. The most common treatment for mild dry eye is a type of eye drops called artificial tears.
  • Prescription medicines.
  • Lifestyle changes.
  • Tear duct plugs.
  • Surgery.
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How is it treated?

Treatment for acute myeloid leukemia is vital. It varies with the patient and stage of the disease. Treatment options include

  • Closing your tear ducts to reduce tear loss. Your eye care specialist may suggest this treatment to keep your tears from leaving your eye too quickly.
  • Using special contact lenses.
  • Unblocking oil glands.
  • Using light therapy and eyelid massage.

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