Leslie Learns About Dry Eyes Syndrome and How to Treat It
If you find that your eyes are constantly dry, red, inflamed and sometimes sensitive to light you could have Dry Eye Syndrome. I found that once I started doing the majority of my work on the computer, I started having problems not only with eye strain, but irritated eyes.
Like you, I Googled my symptoms and found out that this is really a thing that a lot of people suffer from AND that it can be easily treated, I called my eye doctor, Dr. Russ, at Ridgway Eyecare Center. I didn't need to suffer any more.
What is Dry Eye Syndrome?
Dry eye syndrome, or dry eye disease, is one of the most common eye conditions. Females, those advanced in age and those who work on a computer are more at risk for dry eye disease.
More symptoms associated with Dry Eye Syndrome
- Burning sensation
- Itchy eyes
- Aching eyes
- Fatigued eyes
- Dryness
- Red eyes
- Blurred vision
Factors that cause Dry Eye Syndrome
- Computer use
- Contact lenses
- Aging
- Menopause
- Air conditioning, ceiling fans and forced air heating systems
- Smoking
- Diabetes, thyroid-associated diseases, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis and other health conditions
- Medications
Do you experience any of these symptoms? If so, contact Dr. Russ to schedule an eye exam and, if necessary, treatment. Many effective treatment options are available.