Autoimmune Diseases and Dry Eye Disease
Our defense systems fight against diseases and infections by targeting harmful bacteria and viruses. An autoimmune condition occurs when the immune system somehow misidentifies...
Autoimmune Diseases and Dry Eye Disease
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Cataract Surgery and Dry Eye Disease Treatment
Cataract and cataract surgery Cataract is a condition in which the natural lens in the eye loses its inherent transparency, restricting light from passing through the eye and...
Cataract Surgery and Dry Eye Disease Treatment
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10 typical signs of dry eye disease
DED sounds easy enough to be recognized, doesn't it? In fact, many people may not even know if they suffer from DED or not. So, check out the list of 10 typical signs of DED and...
10 typical signs of dry eye disease
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Drug-induced dry eye: Knowing your medications
From antiacne medications to antihistamines, many drugs can contribute to the development of dry eye symptoms. Let's look at the most common ones1-5: Contraceptive pills Estrogen may...
Drug-induced dry eye: Knowing your medications
What Do I Do If I Think I Have Dry Eye Disease?
If you think you have dry eye disease, make an appointment with an ophthalmologist to get your eyes examined.
What Do I Do If I Think I Have Dry Eye Disease?
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Why Digital Devices Dry Out My Eyes?
The link between digital device use and dry eye has been well established. Each eye blink restores the tear film that protects your eyes, but when you stare at a screen, you will...
Why Digital Devices Dry Out My Eyes?
How To Choose Eye Drops For DED?
If you have dry eye, you can go for artificial tears or eye drops that contain water-holding molecules like sodium hyaluronate. You can be prescribed for you a drug that increases...
How To Choose Eye Drops For DED?
Are Artificial Tears Safe?
Artificial tears are physiological solutions based on polymers that retain water on the eye surface. They can improve both the quantity and quality of tears. Artificial tears are...
Are Artificial Tears Safe?
Can DED Cause Fluctuating Vision?
If your vision fluctuates throughout the day or from one day to the other, and in addition your eyes feel irritated and scratchy, then you may have DED. In more severe cases, it...
Can DED Cause Fluctuating Vision?
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Can DED Be Cured?
In general it is a chronic condition. In some cases it is possible to identify a cause that can be solved, such as refraining from taking certain medications, changing contact...