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DRY EYES
What Is Dry Eye?
Dry eye occurs when the eyes don’t produce enough tears or when tears evaporate too quickly due to poor tear quality. This often happens because of eyelid inflammation and is one of the most common reasons people visit an eye specialist.
Each blink spreads a thin tear film across the eye. When any layer of this tear film is affected, dryness and discomfort begin.
SYMPTOMS:
Burning or irritation
Redness
Excessive watering (reflex tearing)
Grittiness or foreign-body sensation
Blurred or fluctuating vision
Why Tears Become Insufficient
Reduced tear production
Poor tear quality
Eyelid inflammation
Meibomian gland blockage
What Causes Tear Evaporation?
Windy environments or dry air (AC, flights)
Prolonged screen use or reading
Eyelid abnormalities
Meibomian gland dysfunction
What Are the Complications?
Eye inflammation
Corneal surface damage
Corneal ulcers
How Dry Eye Is Diagnosed
An ophthalmologist evaluates both the quality and quantity of tears and examines the eyelids. With modern imaging, each layer of the tear film can be assessed to identify the exact cause of dryness for targeted treatment.
Treatment
Treatment focuses on managing inflammation, improving tear quality, and reducing tear loss. In some cases, underlying conditions (e.g., arthritis) or medications may contribute and need to be addressed. Your doctor will personalise treatment based on the type of dry eye you have.