Dry Eyes

Dry Eye Video

Dry eyes occur when your eyes do not produce or retain tears properly. It is very common especially in women after menopause where there is reduced production due to chronic inflammation of the conjunctiva or instability of the tear film secondary to hormonal changes.

What are the symptoms of dry eyes?

Some of the symptoms are:

• Pain and redness of the eye

• Heavy eyelids/ Difficulty keeping eyes open

• Stinging or burning of the eye

• Eye tiredness

• Blur vision

What are the treatments for dry eyes?

If you are experiencing one or more dry eye symptoms, here are some treatments that you can consider as the first line of therapy:

• Use artificial tears up to 4 times daily

• Use preservative free artificial tears if required more frequently

• Use eye gels to sleep at night

• Keep good lid hygiene

If despite trying the above measures, the dryness persists, seek medical attention. Your eye specialist can help with many different treatments from various eye medications and supplements to plugs for the tear ducts.