What is Dry Eyes?
Dry eye disease is common condition which is characterized by disturbance of the tear film. The abnormality may cause variety of signs & symptoms leading to interference with quality of life.
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If you have dry eyes, you may experience stinging, burning , eye fatigue, dryness sensation, which may make you feel uncomfortable.
Dry eyes occur when your tears are not able to provide adequate moisture for your eyes. Tears can be inadequate for many reasons. For example, dry eyes may occur if you do not produce enough tears or if you produce poor-quality tears.
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The Dry Eye & Comprehensive Ophthalmology Department is led by Dr Arun Sethi (Director and Senior Consultant) who is supported by 7 more consultant surgeons trained in the management of general eye diseases. General eye care services include evaluation and treatment for refractive errors, eye lid disease, infectious disease, provision of eye evaluation and management for important sight-threatening eye diseases such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration. Many other diseases are screened and managed these include floaters, flashes and other retinal conditions, corneal, dry eyes and ocular surface disorders, eyelid disorders such as ptosis and injuries to the eyes.
Tips for releiving dry eyes
Rest your eyes when they become fatigued
Place TV or computer screens lower than the eye level.
Use a humidifies to prevent air dryness
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What is dry eyes?Dry eye disease is common condition which is characterized by disturbance of the tear film. The abnormality may cause variety of signs & symptoms leading to interference with quality of life.
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What is cataract?Cataract is painless clouding in the lens of the eye which blocks light rays from passing through it. This in turn affect vision.
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What are the effects on vision?Blurred, foggy vision Glare from lights/sun Double vision in one eye Gradual vision loss
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How is cataract treated?Surgery is the only possible treatment for cataract. Surgery is considered if cataract severely affects vision. Your doctor will consider surgery if: Blurred vision affects your job You cannot drive safely Routine activities like Cooking, reading, watching television, climbing stairs are difficult
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How to use eye drops?Wash hands Shake bottle of eyedrops before removing the cap Lie down or sit with head bent backwards Open both eyes and look up With one finger carefully pull down lower eyelid Do not touch eye or eyelid with bottle Squeeze eye drops from bottle into lower eyelid Close eyes for 5 mins Gently wipe excess drops with tissue Wait for 5 minutes before using a different eyedrop
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When to contact doctor?Swelling or redness Severe pain Unusual discharge Nausea/vomiting Considerable difficulty in vision Sudden flashes of light in eye