Having dry eyes is a problem that is experienced when the eyes lack proper lubrication because the tears are insufficient. This may be because the tear has low level of oil so it evaporates quickly. In some cases, the tear glands are incapable of producing sufficient amount of moisture which should coat the eyeballs. In [...]
All surgeries have inherent risks. To minimize these risks and complications, one must choose a properly trained and experienced surgeon. This axiom holds true even for eye lid surgery, or blepharosplasty. There is a misconception that patients who go through this procedure will eventually experience dry eye syndrome. While there may indeed be cases attesting [...]
Do your eyes feel irritated and uncomfortable? Do you feel like there is some foreign object in your eye all the time? There is a chance that you may have dry eyes. An eye doctor must be consulted to confirm if you do have dry eyes and to determine the severity of the condition. Tell [...]
When first discovered they were called “vital amines” – now they are called “vitamins” – and it’s appreciated by everyone how important and indeed vital these chemicals are in our bodies to help them function efficiently. Some vitamins have well known sources and functions – vitamin C in oranges for instance helps to maintain the [...]
The word xerophthalmia comes from two Greek words that together spell out “dry eyes” – hence another name for the disorder being “dry eye syndrome”. Whilst the word is used to describe exactly that condition of dry eyes, those in the optical profession use the term medically to cover a range of things that can [...]
Computer vision syndrome is a common eye condition that is manifested by the following symptoms: a burning or stinging feeling in your eye, photophobia and dryness of the eye. As the name suggests, it usually occurs in people who use the computer excessively. Most people will relate this to Eye Strain. Computer vision syndrome is [...]
