A Dose of Bad News – Finding a Silver LiningAt my last visit to my retinal specialist (as of my writing this) in September 2021, I was surprised to learn how much my vision had declined. My vision had declined... By Sharon Moore2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Dry-Eye-Friendly Cleaning ProductsAs I’ve progressed in my dry eye journey and become a more educated consumer, I’ve begun closely considering the cleaning products that I use in my home. I remember when... By Erica Osborne2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Lifestyle Changes With Dry Eye DiseaseBefore dry eye, I never really paid attention or had to pay attention to the environment I was in. This Christmas I was reminded why it is now so important... By Amanda Gaskell2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
6 Tips for Staying on Top of TreatmentLiving with a long-term health condition requires us to stay on top of everything: doctor’s appointments, new symptoms, insurance, and, of course, managing treatment – all while taking care of... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Chronic Dry Eye and Preparing for My Next AppointmentDoctor appointments have so many challenges for me. Not only do I have to be ready to stand up for my needs while they evaluate and touch around my eyes... By Anna Williams3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Practicing Presence to Soothe Dry Eye Pain and AnxietyBefore I developed dry eye disease (DED), worry and anxiety weren’t a big part of my life. However, since developing the condition, I’ve had both offenders creep into my head... By Erica Osborne2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Shifting My Morning Routine Perspective“With dry eye, vanity goes out the window.” A fellow dry eye sufferer posted this comment in an online community. I’ve read several other comments just like it, and I... By Erica Osborne2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Face Masks Causing DrynessWe are almost 2 years into the COVID-19 pandemic. Many people have been wearing face masks, practicing social and physical distancing, and minimizing close contact since then. There are many... By Anna Samson2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
What Qualities I Look For in Humidifiers for Dry EyeIdeally, I’d have a large cool mist humidifier in every room of my house during the winter – maybe even 2 in the larger spaces – plus a warm mist... By Ava Meena3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
You Don’t Know What You Don’t KnowWhen I first started getting that gritty, sandpaper feeling and redness in my eyes, it never occurred to me that it could be a lack of lubrication due to dry... By Diana Boyd3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
HeavinessMy eyes often feel heavy during the day. So much so that I can feel myself blinking more slowly. Or feeling the need to shut my eyes. This is quite... By Anna Samson2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
A Raw and Real Interview with My Husband About Dry EyeRecently, I sat down with my husband of 19 years to discuss his perspective on my chronic dry eyes. What I thought would be a casual conversation turned into an... By Erica Osborne4 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
ChronicDryEye.net Ziena Gift Card Giveaway Terms & ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for the Ziena Moisture Chamber Glasses Gift Card Terms & Conditions Giveaway. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR... By Editorial Team10 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Talking About the iTEAR100 NeurostimulatorThis video is showing how I use the iTEAR100 Neurostimulator to help my dry eye... By Amanda Gaskell1 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
What I Wish I Had KnownI try not to live with regret about things I wish I had done differently to prevent my chronic dry eye, but I do have some things I wish I... By Erica Osborne3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Questions to Ask Your Doctor When You Are Newly DiagnosedIt can often be very hard to know what to ask or even where to begin when you have questions during your first visit with a new doctor. Many of... By Editorial Team2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Taking An Active Role In Your HealthSome people find becoming an active member of their own healthcare team challenging. Some may feel overwhelmed by all the information, test results, and treatment options. Others might not feel... By Editorial Team3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
My Experience with Autologous Serum TearsMy doctor recently diagnosed me with corneal neuralgia and prescribed autologous serum tears as treatment. Autologous serum tears are drops made from a patient’s own blood, and they help to... By Erica Osborne3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
My Christmas Wish ListAs a child, half the fun of Christmas was making a Christmas wish list. Making the list involved hours of looking through the Sears Roebuck catalogue. Fast forward six decades... By Sharon Moore2 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
A Sight for Sore Eyes - Long Distance Driving to See the FamilyHow will I manage my upcoming drive to see my son and his young family when the round trip to visit them is 880 miles? Long-distance driving and chronic dry... By Wendy Toogood3 min readBookmark for later Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
