Dry eyes are a top complaint when people visit the eye doctor for help. Thankfully, dry eye treatment in Burleson, TX can usually help patients find some level of relief. At Vision plaza, we take a comprehensive approach to diagnosing and treating dry eyes.
Dry eye is an optometric condition that happens when they cannot produce enough tear film to keep the eye adequately lubricated. The tear film is made up of aqueous fluid, oils, and mucus, which protects the eye. When the eyes are overly dry due to lacking tear film, you can deal with a lot of uncomfortable symptoms. Some people even have issues with blurry vision due to dry eyes.
Dry eyes can have a lot of underlying causes. Simply put, something is disrupting the eye’s ability to maintain healthy levels of tear film to protect the eye. Tear film keeps the eye lubricated and helps keep vision clear. However, it also keeps the eye protected from debris and particles in your environment.
Both internal and external factors can cause dry eyes. For example, aging and hormone levels can lower the levels of tear film the body produces, and even certain medications can lead to dry eyes. External factors can also affect tear production, such as exposure to chemicals or dust in your environment. In rare cases, malfunctions of the eyelid glands may be the cause.
How dry eyes are treated will depend on what underlying causes are suspected. Before treating your dry eyes, the optometrist will work to determine what is causing the problem or the factors that may be involved. Several steps may be taken, such as :
With a better understanding of tear quality and whether there could be certain influencing factors, a treatment plan will be recommended. Treatment may involve medications, unblocking the glands that produce tears, or even light therapy or special contact lenses. If underlying health issues are suspected, these will be discussed as well.
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