Dry Eye Disease
August 2, 2023
It has become the most diagnosed eye disease than macular degeneration and diabetes put together. Approximately 16.4 million people have been diagnosed with Dry Eye Disease in the United States of America.
Causes can be:
- Auto Immune Hormonal Imbalance
- Ultraviolet Light Exposure Rosacea
- Meibomian Oil Disfunction Low Blink Rate
- Drugs or Medicine Side effects Vitamin Deficiency
- Contact lens Allergies
- You can have symptoms of:
- Dryness Grittiness
- Blurry Vision Burning
- Discomfort Foreign Body Sensation
- Lid Irritation Excessive Tearing
- The risk factors are:
- Advancing Age Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Refractive Surgery Graves’ Disease
- Eyelid/Blinking Abnormalities Trauma to the lids
- Environmental
- As well as so much more…
If you are showing any signs of dry eyes, it is recommended for you to make an appointment, and get screened and tested, so Feeser EyeCare can get you the right dry eye treatment for you and get your eyes feeling so much better. Call and book your appointment today.
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