Dry eyes affect millions of people in the United States. It is estimated that as many as 4.88 million Americans over the age of 50 suffer from this uncomfortable condition.
If you need help, book an appointment at Makana Vision. We’ll help you find a treatment option that brings you the relief you’re searching for.
Everyone experiences dry eye differently because there are so many potential underlying causes.
Typical symptoms include:
There are many potential causes of dry eye.
In some cases, the cause is obvious, such as environmental irritants or short-term inflammation.
Some of the other causes of chronic dry eye problems include:
Because the underlying causes vary, treatment methods after diagnosis will also vary according to the patient. It is also not uncommon for there to be more than one cause for dry eye.
Through imaging of the meibomian glands, measuring osmolarity of the tear film, and screening for certain conditions, we are able to diagnose and provide treatment for the condition.
Some of the typical treatments include:
Dry eyes are not only uncomfortable — they can also be bad for the health of your eyes. Book an appointment at Makana Vision to find relief.