WHAT IS DRY EYE SYNDROME?
Dry eye syndrome is a common condition that occurs when the eyes do not produce sufficient tears or when the tear film evaporates too rapidly. This leads to eyes feeling dry, itchy, and uncomfortable. Symptoms may include redness, blurred vision, a gritty sensation, and light sensitivity. Effective management often involves using artificial tears, implementing lifestyle changes, and, in some cases, medical treatments to enhance tear production.
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Symptoms of Dry Eyes
Symptoms of dry eyes include stinging or burning in the eyes, scratchiness, and excessive irritation from smoke or wind. Although it may sound counter-intuitive, the eyes’ response to the consistent irritation caused by dry eyes may also cause a person to experience excessive tearing. In this case, the eye is attempting to flush and lubricate itself by producing more tears but is unable to do so successfully due to the rate of evaporation or inability to spread the tears properly.
Dry Eye Treatment
Acadiana Optics has some of the most cutting-edge and advanced technologies to quickly and effectively test for dry eye syndrome.
Among our treatments for dry eye syndrome, the most typical treatments start with medicated eye drops, anti-inflammatory drops, or a heated compress. Occasionally, tiny devices called punctal plugs are inserted into the eye’s tear duct to prevent moisture from draining out of the eye. These plugs increase the moisture level for long-term relief.