Research Tips for Chronic Dry EyeOK, so you’ve just received a diagnosis off chronic dry eyes (CDE). Maybe you didn’t even know there was such a thing...reactions2comments
Swimming with Dry EyeIt has been two years since I was diagnosed with dry eye. I was diagnosed in the summer of 2020, smack dab...reactions8comments
Finding the Right Artificial Tears for My Dry EyesWhen I first saw my eye doctor for my dry eyes, I had been using an inexpensive multi-dose bottle of artificial tears...reactions9comments
The Perfect Storm: Dry Eye, Infection, and COVIDThis past month, I’ve spent most of my time in bed. I’ve been extremely uncomfortable and in pain, with my eyes closed...reactions8comments
Dry Eye Quiz: Biweekly Trivia (August 15, 2022)Have you been following the stories and insights from our community over the last two weeks? Take our biweekly dry eye quiz...reactionscomments
Biking with Chronic Dry EyeA few months ago, my husband and I began biking daily on a tandem bike ride through our beautiful city. He loves...reactions7comments
The Importance of Mental Health for Dry Eye SufferersContent note: The article describes suicide and depression. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources...reactions5comments
Dry Eye Quiz: Biweekly Trivia (August 1, 2022)Have you been following the stories and insights from our community over the last two weeks? Take our biweekly dry eye quiz...reactionscomments
Photosensitivity and Dry Eye LensesIn this video I am showing my Axon Optics FL-41 lenses that help with photosensitivity. A lot of people struggle with dry...reactions4comments
Barriers to Healthcare in Rural AmericaA common complaint in the chronic dry eye (CDE) community revolves around access to healthcare. The most common barriers are lack of...reactions7comments
Tips for Improving Your Dry Eye Treatment PlanTrying to treat chronic dry eye can be a time-consuming process. It often involves trial and error, and trying different treatments to...reactions4comments
Seeing a RheumatologistI decided to see a rheumatologist, after my dry eye specialist asked me a couple of times if I had seen one...reactions2comments
Misunderstood, Alienated, and AloneThe “average” person doesn't understand how taxing it is – in all ways – dealing with chronic health conditions every single day...reactions3comments
What Does Your Daily Dry Eye Treatment Plan Look Like?Treating chronic dry eye can be tedious. It often means following a daily routine, from morning to afternoon to night. It takes...reactions6comments
Do Supplements Really Work?Do supplements really work in improving dry eye? I often find myself asking this question, as I feel like I’ve tried almost...reactions2comments
Switching from Xiidra to CequaMy doctor switched me from Xiidra to Cequa. At my most recent visit, I told him that I was still having to...reactions8comments
Dry Eye Awareness Month 2022: Advocating for Better Access to TreatmentsJuly marks Dry Eye Awareness Month! Chronic dry eye impacts nearly 16.5 million adults in the United States. It’s important to note...reactionscomments
$100 Gift Card: Ziena Glasses GiveawayUpdate: The $100 Gift Card Ziena Products Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! During Dry Eye Awareness Month (July...reactions4comments
Chronic Dry Eye and Skin ConditionsDealing with a skin condition in addition to chronic dry eye has been (and continues to be) one of my biggest struggles...reactions5comments
The 2024 Social Health Awards ProgramEditorial Note: Nominations for 2024 are now closed. We are very excited to announce the launch of the 2024 Social Health Awards...reactionscomments