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Eye Conditions

Dry Eye

An estimated 12 million Americans have dry eyes. This condition is the inability to produce enough tears to keep the surface of the eyes lubricated and comfortable.

Signs and Symptoms

  • Stinging, burning and itching of the eyes

  • Episodes of excess tearing that follow periods of very dry sensations

  • A stringy discharge from the eyes

  • Heaviness of the eyelids

  • Pain and redness of the eye

  • Blurred, changing or decreased vision. Loss of vision usually is not severe

Treatments and Prevention

  • Artificial tears

  • Sterile ointments

  • "Inserts" that slowly dissolve in the eye and release artificial tears

  • Using a humidifier in winter

  • AIM moisture chamber glasses

  • Surgically closing the opening to the lacrimal ducts

  • If drug induced dry eye, stop medication

UIC Specialists
Joel Sugar,MD
Elmer Tu,MD

Treatment Clinic/Service
Cornea Service

Eye Facts Article
Dry Eyes

This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor.

 

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