FeaturedWhat impact is the recall on some brands of eye drops having on your dry eye condition?In the past few weeks 2 brands of eye drops have been recalled due to bacterial infection. It has resulted in several cases of blindness and 3 deaths. https://www.npr.org/2023/03/22/1165268600/eyedrop-recall-bacteria-infection-cdc Though...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCoping
FeaturedGetting caught without my dry eye aids.I've worked so hard to build up my arsenal of things that help with dry eye that I've kind of forgotten what it's like to try to do stuff without...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Being social with dry eyeI was really excited about recently being asked to be a bridesmaid in a wedding. More excitement was short lived because of my dry eye. I haven't worn eye makeup...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesEvaporative Dry EyeAqueous Deficient Dry EyeMental Health
Computer Screens Killing me . I quit on life.I am experiencing a serious issue with my eyes when I look at the screen, but I don't face any problems when I read books. I also have a problem...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesAqueous Deficient Dry EyeDiet & NutritionPain
Financial stress of dry eyeFinancial stress has always been a struggle for me with all my health conditions, including dry eye. I wrote an article on this previously (you can find it here if...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 repliesCostMental Health
Itching I am pretty new to dry eye, lubricants were helping, ut now Imhave terrible itching in corners of eyelids & above lids, & redness. Is this common with dry eye...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesSymptoms
XiidraAfter 4 months still experiencing blurry vision for uo to an hour. Has improved, but very restrictive in daily activities. Tried putting in at bedtime and first waking up in...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesAwarenessAqueous Deficient Dry EyeCoping
My Eyes CryMy eyes cry a lot But I’m really not crying Sometimes I’m in so much discomfort That I feel like dying Well maybe it’s not that serious But it’s serious...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Support GiversWhen it comes to managing dry eye, sometimes it takes a village. How is your support team (friends, family, med staff)? Do you generally feel supported by them? In what...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesFriends & Family
What are some things you do to Overcome a CDE flare up?Even though it’s not easy I try to focus on positive things. I breathe and I meditate to take my mind away from the present moments of discomfort. I do...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesCopingMental Health