Dry Eyes

Dry eye is not a common symptom of COVID-19. But some people experience eye dryness with COVID or dry eye disease following a COVID-19 infection. COVID-19 has affected people from all walks of life and from all corners of the globe since its outbreak in early 2020. Although some individuals do not exhibit any symptoms […]

Eye masks can be a legitimate treatment for dry eye symptoms, helping to alleviate irritation, discomfort, and dryness. Dry eyes can be more than a nuisance. They can affect your vision and cause significant discomfort. Dry eye syndrome is a common eye condition that affects around 20 million people in the United States, according to […]

On a basic level, dry eye is caused by the eyes not getting enough tears or the quality of the tears being inadequate. The root cause of these issues can vary. Dry eyes become more common as we age and if certain health conditions are present.  Oftentimes, adopting some simple lifestyle changes can eliminate or […]

To “cure” dry eyes, you need to eliminate the underlying cause of your dry eyes. Sometimes, this is fairly easy and may even occur on its own. In some cases, dry eyes can be caused by more serious eye health issues that may not be curable.  As a general rule, talk to an eye doctor […]

The cost of eye surgery to treat dry eye is going to depend on the type of treatment you need. You can expect it to cost between several hundred to multiple thousands of dollars, depending on your needs and the doctor you see.  Insurance may cover part of these costs, but that won’t always be […]

Several treatment options are available to treat dry eyes. Individuals can also make certain lifestyle changes that may decrease, reduce, or eliminate dry eyes altogether. According to data gathered from the National Health and Wellness Survey, 6.8% of adults in the United States (which represents about 16.4 million people) have been diagnosed with dry eye […]

Dry eye is one of the most common ocular surface diseases, affecting up to 16 million Americans. It stems from either inadequate tear production or the secretion of poor-quality tears. Lack of necessary lubrication leads to discomfort and vision problems, one of which is almost always blurry vision. Dry eye syndrome presents with an uncomfortable, […]

Similar to evaluating other ocular surface diseases, diagnosing and treating a dry eye condition can be tricky. Most patients with dry eyes usually require a combination of therapies, including lifestyle modification and prescription medications, to achieve long-lasting relief. Over-the-counter treatments such as artificial tears and eye wipes are the most common modality of relieving dry […]

Dry eye syndrome, or dry eye disease, is an all-too-common condition in which your eyes do not produce sufficient tears to stay wet, or your tears evaporate too fast. Tears are a natural lubricant for eyes, and a lack of them leads to consistent redness, burning, itching and irritation. It can also lead to watery […]