Digital Eye Strain: What It Is and How to Prevent ItDigital eye strain is becoming more common and pervasive in today's age of computers and technology. Yet, it still isn’t talked about nearly enough. Sometimes also known as computer vision...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Getting an Accurate Eye Exam With Dry EyeAbout a year into my dry eye journey, it was time for my annual eye exam. I remember struggling with that exam and worrying whether my new prescription would be...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Living Life Fully, Even With Dry EyeMy work schedule was consuming my life. It had been weeks since I’d done anything fun. So, when I was invited to attend an art exhibit with my friends, I...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Coping With Dry Eye in the EveningsMy eyes are always worse in the evenings. I seem to use up the few tears I do have during the day, leaving my eyes sore and tired at night...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
My Experience With a Bandage Contact LensRecently, I had a procedure for another eye condition known as map-dot-fingerprint dystrophy. Basically, this type of inherited corneal dystrophy can cause the surface of the cornea to become irregular...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Ask the Health Leaders: Insurance ImpactsOne of the difficulties of living with chronic dry eye can be the financial impact. People face out-of-pocket costs when insurance does not cover treatment. It can get expensive living...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Relocation for Dry EyeHave you ever found a place where maybe you visited or stayed at for any length of time that helped your chronic dry eye? Every year, we visit the beach...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Getting a Second OpinionA diagnosis that does not feel right or a misdiagnosis can be overwhelming. You may have many questions about your diagnosis. You may also be curious about your treatment options...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A Benefit of Chronic Dry Eye Treatment: Time for Meditation And MindfulnessMeditation and mindfulness have become “buzz” words recently, especially in the chronic health and wellness community. On my journey, I had no idea how much of an impact it would...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
A New Diagnosis: Meibomian Gland DysfunctionI’ve always had poor eyesight, at least as far back as I can remember. However, I never expected to deal with several other chronic eye conditions at a fairly young...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
When the Air Conditioning Dies: Fanning the Dry Eye FlamesThis past summer, I experienced a particularly difficult week in my chronic dry eye journey. The building where I work had its air conditioning go down. This is a frequent...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Affording Dry Eye Care During InflationWhen I was first diagnosed with dry eye, I had no idea the mountain I was facing, physically, emotionally and financially. I think I was naive in thinking that my...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Going Back to School With Dry EyesI recently made the decision to go back to school to earn my master’s degree in clinical nutrition. Actually, my dry eyes have been what sparked my interest in nutrition...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Medications That Make My Dry Eye WorseOne of the toughest dilemmas I face with chronic dry eye is dealing with medication. Before I knew how serious my dry eye condition was, I didn’t think at all...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Topical Ivermectin With Melatonin for Dry EyeMy dry eye specialist posted a video explaining a new treatment for dry eyes, specifically for meibomian gland dysfunction, blepharitis, and demodex mite overgrowth. The treatment is a topical ivermectin...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Sinus Infection and Eye PainAbout a month ago, I had a sinus infection. While it obviously sucked to be sick for almost two weeks, one thing about it was really surprising. Despite my dry...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
My Weird Dry Eye Trick: Glad Press'n SealIf you’ve spent much time on the internet, chances are you’ve come across an ad that starts with “one weird trick.” Usually these are a gimmick, but I happen to...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dry Eye Awareness Month 2023July is Dry Eye Awareness Month! This is a time where we help increase awareness of dry eye, while also educating the public about symptoms and treatment options for dry...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Cooking with Dry EyesI love to cook! There is something about losing track of time in the kitchen, creating and then savoring a delicious, healthy meal. In fact, I’ve written before about how...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Being Your Own AdvocateOne of the hardest things about learning you have a chronic health issue is there’s not always someone there at your side advocating for you. Some of us do have...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments