Dry Eye Syndrome
What Causes
Chronic Dry Eye Syndrome?
When the eyes do not produce enough tears to supply necessary nourishment and lubrication or produce tears that do not have the proper chemical composition, Chronic Dry Eye Syndrome occurs. The tears your eyes produce are essential for overall eye health and clear vision. Problems or imbalance with the oil, mucus or water layer of the tear film can cause dry eyes. Here are some common causes of dry eyes in Airdrie that can be treated at our clinic:
Natural aging process
Exposure to certain environmental conditions
Changes in hormones
Decreased blinking leading to eyes drying out
Side effects of medication
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What Are The Symptoms Of Dry Eye Syndrome?
Stinging or burning sensation in the eye
Intermittent blurry vision
Trouble focusing
Pain and redness of the eye
Feeling as if something is in the eye
Heavy eyelids and itchy eyes
Eye fatigue
Do You Have Dry Eye Syndrome?
Do you use a digital device, such as a computer?
Do your eyes ever feel watery or feel dry?
Do your eyes ever itch or burn or sting or do you ever have blurry vision?
Harmful Effects of Dry Eye
Left untreated dry eye will leave you susceptible to scarring of the sensitive tissues of your eye
Blurred vision due to drying of eyes
Light sensitivity
Dry eye makes wearing contact lenses more difficult, increasing the chances of getting an eye infection
Dry Eye Diagnosis at Our Airdrie Clinic
Treatment of Chronic Dry Eye Syndrome is essential to your visual quality and health.
General health
Medication intake
Living environment
Work environment
Examination of your eyelids for inflammation, clogged oil glands and color of oil excretions.
Examination of the cornea using a Slit Lamp and special dyes to evaluate the amount, quality, and distribution of tears.
Dry Eye Treatment
Unfortunately, there is no cure for Dry Eye Syndrome. There are a variety of treatment options to maintain your eye health and allow you to see comfortably. Your optometrists at Sunridge are an excellent source of advice for the dry eye treatment for your lifestyle. Here are some of your options