This condition occurs when tears do not function properly or are not producing enough quantities to keep the eyes moist. This may cause your eyes to feel unpleasant, and vision issues may occur in some situations.

Millions of people get dry eyes yearly; it is a prevalent condition. The good news is that there is a lot you can do to fix dry eyes. Changes in lifestyle and eye drops are two possible therapies. To manage the symptoms of dry eyes, you will probably need to take these measures continuously.
 

Symptoms of Dry Eye

If you have persistent dry eyes, your eyes probably feel heavy and dry. You can find it difficult to concentrate on routine duties, and things may occasionally seem hazy. Additional signs of dry eyes include:

·      Nighttime driving issues.

·      Wearing contacts might be uncomfortable.

·      Stinging, burning, or scorching sensations.

·      Sensitivity to light.

·      Occasionally wet eyes, then fully dried at other times.

·      Red and painful eyelid

·      Secretion of mucus from the eye textured like strings

·      A feeling that something is in your eyes

·      Vision blurring or eye tiredness

Causes of Dry Eye

The following are a few of the causes or contributors to dry eye:

·      Aging - As you age, your ability to produce tears decreases.

·      Menopause.

·      Drug side effects, such as those from oral contraceptives, beta-blockers, antidepressants, and antihistamines.

·      Climatic conditions - Wind and dry air.

·      Environmental irritants - Dust, cigarette smoke, or chemical exposure.

·      An eye injury of any kind (including burns).

·      Cataract and laser surgery for the eyes.

·      Contact lenses.

·      Too much screen time (doing so prevents your eyes from getting a chance to rehydrate their tear film).

·      Underlying medical diseases (such as Parkinson's disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren's syndrome, or thyroid issues)

Treatment for Dry Eyes

Though it has no cure, the doctor can start therapy once they identify dry eyes and examine your tears. The fundamental treatments may seek to increase tears, keep tears, induce tear production, or repair inflammation.

A range of options may be used, including artificial tears if your dry eyes are somewhat affected. Less than four times a day, they can be used as needed. You might need help maintaining tears in your eyes if artificial tears do not cause your eyes to improve. Your tear ducts may become blocked, preventing tears from draining.

Place bowls of water around the room to allow it to evaporate and increase the humidity level in your home or workplace. Prescription eye drops or implants can stimulate tear production. Some drugs can trigger dry eye. Discuss the adverse effects of the medications with your doctor.

You may need anti-inflammatory medications to reduce inflammation in your eyelids and glands. Massage, warm compresses, and ointments can also help. Do your best to blink more frequently. You may consider surgery in severe cases.
 

Conclusion

Dry eye syndrome is a common eye problem, especially as you age. Nonetheless, the last few years have brought some improvements in the treatment of dry eyes, and research continues. Medicine is increasingly focusing on fixing the cause of dry eyes, not just the symptoms.
 

For more on fixing dry eyes, visit Raleigh Eye Center at our offices in Raleigh, Durham, Reidsville, Henderson, North Carolina, or South Hill, Virginia. Call (919) 899-2472 or (252) 492-8021 to schedule an appointment today.