Dry Eye syndrome is a common eye condition. Normally, the eyes are covered in a film of tears and oil secretions from the Meibomian glands. Dry Eye Syndrome occurs when the eye produces an inadequate supply of tears to properly lubricate the eyes, or if the Meibomian glands become blocked and do not secrete an adequate amount of oil. This can cause a person to have uncomfortable symptoms such as, stinging eyes, watery eyes (a natural response from the body in an effort to produce more tears to lubricate the eyes), red appearance of the eyes, or a gritty/foreign body sensation in the eyes. Dry eye syndrome is generally a chronic condition.
A measurement of how quickly tears are evaporating from the eyes.
Measures in millimetres the quantity of tears your eyes are producing in a set amount of time.
Shows any corneal abrasions, which may occur as a result of lack of adequate lubrication of the cornea.
Unfortunately, dry eye syndrome cannot necessarily be cured, but there are treatment options available to ease the discomfort of the condition.
Frequent use of artificial tears/lubricating eye drops.
To stimulate oil secretion from the Meibomian glands.
Aids in oil production and bodily inflammatory response.
Reduce the use of or exposure to dry air such as air conditioning and heating.
Used in severe cases to reduce inflammation. Steroid drops do not cure dry eye syndrome.
Reduces the amount of tears (natural and artificial) draining away from the eyes, therefor, keeping the eyes more lubricated.