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The tears your eyes produce are necessary for overall eye health and clear vision. Dry eye means that your eyes do not produce enough tears or that you produce tears which do not have the proper chemical composition. Often, dry eye is part of the natural aging process. It can also be caused by blinking or eyelid problems; medications like antihistamines, oral contraceptives and antidepressants; a dry climate; wind and dust; general health problems like arthritis or Sjogren's syndrome and chemical or thermal burns to your eyes.
If you have dry eye, your symptoms may include irritated, scratchy, dry, uncomfortable or red eyes; a burning sensation or feeling of something foreign in your eyes and/or blurred vision. Excessive dry eyes may damage eye tissue, scar your cornea (the front covering of your eyes), impair vision and make contact lens wear difficult.
Dry eye cannot be cured, but Dr. Lotz can prescribe treatment so your eyes remain healthy and your vision is unaffected. Some of the treatments are:
- blinking more frequently
- increasing humidity at home or work
- using artificial tears and/or a moisturizing ointment, especially at bedtime
- inserting small, silicone plugs in the corner of the eyes to slow tear drainage
If you have symptoms of dry eye, call Dr. Lotz for a comprehensive examination.
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