did you know that
tears are essential for overall eye health and clear vision?
Dry Eye syndrome occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears to supply necessary nourishment and lubrication or when tears do not have the proper composition. Some common causes of dry eye syndrome are changing hormones, decreased blinking (commonly associated with digital device usage), side effects of medication, or simply a side-effect of the aging process.
More About Dry Eye Syndrome
Refer to this list of symptoms and harmful effects to see if you may have dry eye syndrome:
symptoms of dry eye syndrome:
Stinging or burning sensation in the eye
Intermittent blurry vision
Trouble focusing
Pain and redness of the eye
Feels as if something is in the eye
Heavy eyelids and itchy eyes
Eye fatigue
Harmful effects of Dry Eye Syndrome:
Increased susceptibility to scarring of the eye
Blurred vision
Light sensitivity
Difficulty wearing contact lenses possibly increasing risk for eye infections
Dry Eye Treatment
There are a variety of treatment options to maintain eye health and help you manage dry eye syndrome. Book an appointment with our team of specialists if you would like advise on dry eye treatment.