Dry Eye Syndrome Facts You May Not Know

Dry eye syndrome has become a modern problem as a result of with many of us staring at a screen for several hours a day. We cause further strain by watching a screen for entertainment after work. However, dry eyes are not only due to screen time; the lack of tear film over the eye can have several origins. This results in discomfort or inflammation. Before treating dry eyes, you must consider environmental causes, medicine use, or any underlying condition.

 

 

 

If you have red eyes, constant dryness or your eyes burn often, you may have dry eye syndrome. You may even find that you have very watery eyes as they try to compensate for the lack of moisture. There could be a variety of factors that contribute to dry eye syndrome, however, here are a few examples of some of the surprising facts about dry eye syndrome that you may not have known:

 

Dry Eye Syndrome Fact 1: Age can have an impact on the development of dry eye syndrome
As you age, you will see many changes in your body, and one of them might be that your tear production decreases, causing your eyes to be easily irritated and inflamed.

Dry Eye Syndrome Fact 2: Certain medical conditions can trigger dry eye syndrome
If you have an underlying disease such as an autoimmune disease, diabetes or lupus, you may also experience dry eye symptoms as they can cause inflammation in and around the eye. Do not eliminate menopause as a possible cause, along with medication such as diuretics, birth control pills and even painkillers. Chronic medicine might have a long-term effect that you have not yet considered.

Dry Eye Syndrome Fact 3: Environmental factors
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, there is a strong possibility that you also suffer from dry eyes. There are several irritants that you may be sensitive to that could cause your eyes to become itchy and irritated and will increase inflammation and dryness.

 

 

 

Treatments Can Help Alleviate the Impact of Dry Eye Syndrome

 At the Miami Contact Lens Institute, we work personally with our clients to help them discover the best dry eye treatment plan and answer any dry eye questions they may have. Here are some of the treatment solutions that we offer:

• TearCare
  TearCare involves the use of two flexible eyelid devices that are placed on the upper and lower eyelids. This wearable eyelid device applies gentle heat directly to the meibomian glands to remove blockages, liquefy the meibum, and help stimulate the production of tears.

• Scleral lenses
  If you have worn contact lenses before, you might be comfortable with these lenses as a solution. Scleral lenses sit on the scleral, or the white of your eye, but vault over the cornea, thus creating a dome of moisture over your eye. It might take some getting used to, however, our eye doctors will do a fitting with you to ensure comfort and that the dry eye scleral lens rests where it will provide the best results. 

• Advanced Zocushield Cleanse
  Dirt and bacteria often cause your eyes to dry out. If we examine you and find that an Advanced Zocushield Cleanse might be most suitable, we will clean your outer eyelids and the inside edge with a hibiscus-infused solution.
• Lipiflow Treatment
  Lipiflow is a revolutionary tool when it comes to addressing dry eye syndrome. This treatment incorporates gentle thermal pulses that will unblock the oil glands of your eyelids. This treatment is completely pain free and is done in a matter of minutes. The results from this treatment option will manifest within the following days and weeks and can last anywhere from a few months to a few years.

 

 

 

Schedule Your Appointment To Learn More About Dry Eye Syndrome Facts
Dry eyes do not have to be part of your daily life. Our eye doctors focus on helping you to find the best solutions for you to address your dry eye. Please schedule an appointment today and let one of our skilled eye doctors help to ease your discomfort.

 

Testimonial from Madeline, Satisfied Dry Eye Patient
I saw Dr. Shirley for the first time for an annual eye exam and it was a great experience. She was very kind and knowledgeable and informed me on the health of my eyes being a contact lens and eyeglasses wearer. She ensured me that my eyes were very healthy and advised on best practices to help alleviate dry eyes. There wasn’t much of a wait at all, I was in and out in about an hour if not a slightly over an hour. I would definitely recommend her to anyone in need of a good eye doctor in the Miami area!