Dry eye syndromes

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#295466 30-Mar-2022 19:50

I have 'some kind of dry eye syndrome' as diagnosed by a doctor a couple of years ago. I've visited an optometrist for a checkup opinion. I've had various lubricating drops. Helpful, not much effect. My vision is blurred from time to time. Apparently this is a common thing.

Do you have anything like this and what do you find helpful?

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#2894396 30-Mar-2022 19:57

try wearing wrap around glasses or plastic goggles (the mitre 10 type)

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#2894402 30-Mar-2022 20:30

There is some light sensitivity involved now and then. I do wear sunglasses under bright fluorescents from time to time. That aspect of it seems to have passed.🤞

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#2894408 30-Mar-2022 21:15

My dad has Sjögren's which causes dry eyes. He's mostly just treated the symptoms with various types of Refresh eye drops, there's one that worked best for him but it would pay to try a few until you find one that's best for your eyes and condition.

"Single use" droppers are more expensive but you can probably get several applications out of each one without risk of infection as you'll be going through them fairly quickly. Probably lower risk of infection and fewer preservatives than the larger bottles, just carry a few around in your pocket each day.

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#2894457 31-Mar-2022 06:38

Water.... hydration is important.

Are you getting a good intake of plain water?

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#2894458 31-Mar-2022 06:45

hot compress on the eyelids to help the lubrication glands soften up followed by a gentle massage of them.