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DRY EYE DISEASE MANAGEMENT
What is Dry Eye Disease?
Dry eye disease is a common condition that happens when your tears don’t adequately lubricate your eyes.
Common causes of dry eye disease include:
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Certain medications
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Some diseases, including Sjogren’s Syndrome and rheumatoid arthritis
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Contact lenses
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Dry air
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Excessive screen time
If not treated, dry eye disease can lead to infection and poor vision. For moderate cases, moisturising eye drops called artificial tears can provide temporary relief. However, other treatments are also available.
Common symptoms
Gritty feeling on the eye
Excessive tear production
Stinging/burning sensation
Blurred vision/light sensitive
Itchy eyes
Tired eyes
Red eyes/eyelids
Sore and swollen eyelids
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