Dry eyes: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

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Dry Eyes

• Know Everything about dry eyes. Its Causes,
  symptoms and how to treat it.

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What is Dry Eye?
Dry Eyes, as the name suggests, is a common
condition that occurs when your tears aren't able
to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes.
This may be because of two reasons either your
eyes don't produce enough tears or the eyes
produce poor-quality tears. When you have dry
eyes, your eyes feel irritated and, in some
cases, cause eyesight problems. Your eyes may
sting or burn and make you feel uncomfortable.
However, dry eyes almost can never cause
permanent vision loss.
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Symptoms of Dry Eyes

• Dry eyes usually affect both eyes. The symptoms
  of Dry eyes include
• Irritation
• Red eyes
• Blurry vision
• Burning sensation
• Sensitivity to light
• A scratchy sensation, as if something is in your
  eye
• Stringy Mucus

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What Causes Dry Eyes?

• Dry eyes are caused due to the disruption of the
  healthy tear film. There are three layers of a
  tear oily outer layer, the watery middle layer,
  and the inner mucus layer. If any of the three
  layers dysfunctions, it causes dry eyes.
• The Causes of Dry Eye Syndrome include
• Hormone Changes
• Auto Immune Diseases
• Allergic Eye Diseases
• Inflamed Eyelid Glands
• Aging
• Long-term Contact lens wear
• Certain Medications such as antihistamines,
  nasal decongestants, birth control pills, and
  antidepressants

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Treatment of Dry Eyes
Treatment for dry eyes is usually determined by
the cause of your symptoms. There are several
treatment options available to help alleviate
your symptoms and keep your eyes healthy. Look at
the treatments below 1. Over the-counter Eye
Drops If the symptoms you are experiencing for
dry eyes are mild, then eye drops work
wonders. 2. Medications In case of severe dry
eyes issues, visiting a reputable ophthalmologist
is recommended. The doctor may prescribe proper
medication based on your symptoms and causes. 3.
Surgery In some cases, when a person has loose
lower eyelids, doctors suggest surgeries. Loose
lower eyelids actually drain tears too quickly
from your eye, making your eyes feel dry and
irritated. Lasik Surgery Specialists repairs your
eyelids and allows your tears to stay in your
eyes.
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• 4. Lifestyle Changes Making positive lifestyle
  changes can help improve your dry eyes condition.
  Improvements can include
• Avoid Smoking
• Avoid air blowing into your eyes
• Take eye breaks during long working hours
• Add moisture in the air using humidifier
• Protect your eyes from UV damage by wearing
  sunglasses