Dry Eye Treatment

What is Dry Eye Syndrome?

Dry eye syndrome, or dry eye disease, is common when tears cannot adequately lubricate the eyes. This can be due to insufficient tear production or poor-quality tears that evaporate too quickly. Dry eye can affect anyone, but it’s most prevalent in older adults, especially women. Environmental factors, medications, and screen use can also contribute to the condition.

What are the symptoms of dry eye?

1. Common symptoms include the following:
2. A stinging, burning, or scratchy sensation in your eyes
3. Sensitivity to light
4. Redness and irritation
5. A feeling of having something in your eyes
6. Difficulty wearing contact lenses
7. Blurred vision, especially toward the end of the day

What treatment options are available for dry eyes?

At Eye Center of Ephraim, we offer a range of treatments tailored to the severity of your symptoms and the underlying cause of your dry eye, including:

• Artificial Tears: For mild cases, over-the-counter eye drops can provide relief.
• Prescription Eye Drops Can help increase tear production and reduce inflammation.
• Punctal Plugs: A minor procedure to block tear drainage and maintain eye moisture.
• Meibomian Gland Expression: A technique to clear blocked glands contributing to tear quality.
• Lifestyle Adjustments: Recommendations to reduce symptoms, such as taking breaks from screen use and optimizing your environment for eye health.

What to expect during your consultation.

Your consultation will include the following:

• Comprehensive Evaluation: Thoroughly examines your eye health, tear production, and quality.
• Personalized Treatment Plan: We’ll develop a tailored treatment strategy based on your needs.
• Education: We’ll provide information on managing your symptoms at home and improving your eye health.