Chronic Dry Eye Patient Spotlight: DianaDiana shares the sometimes frustrating journey it took for her to get diagnosed, which treatments she has tried, and what she wishes others knew about chronic dry eye. My dry... By Diana Boyd3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
The Challenge of Reading With Chronic Dry EyeSince learning to read at age six, I developed a passion for reading. As a child, I had much rather read than play with friends. Later in my teen years... By Sharon Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
How to Deal with Wildfire Smoke and Chronic Dry EyeWildfire smoke poses health problems for many people. Among them are those with eye ailments such as chronic dry eye. If you have chronic dry eye, the insight below can... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
The Hidden Blessings of Dry EyeAnyone who has suffered from dry eye might read the above title and scoff, and I wouldn’t blame you. I have aqueous deficient dry eye, so I know all too... By Erica Osborne4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Frequently Asked Questions About Chronic Dry EyeWhether you are living with chronic dry eye or know someone who is, here is a guide of common questions and things to know. Chronic dry eye (CDE) can have... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Finding a Doctor to Treat My Dry EyeIt has been a little over a year since I was thrust into the abyss of dry eye. I began wearing glasses at age 2 and by age 14, I... By Amanda Gaskell3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Chronic Dry Eyes – the Search For an Answer BeginsHow many people need to wear sunglasses day and night in an airplane just to keep the airflow off their eyes? Not many! Even with the air conditioning vent pointed... By 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Why Is Self-Care Important, and How Can We Practice It?Self-care has been an ever-evolving concept for decades. Originally, the World Health Organization defined self-care in the 1980s as “activities individuals, families, and communities undertake with the intention of enhancing... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Becoming My Own Dry Eye Care Advocate: Part 2Erica, who has aqueous deficient dry eye, talks about advocating for her care. Read Part 1. Becoming my own dry eye care advocate, I joined a dry eye support group... By Erica Osborne4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Are Sleep Apnea and Dry Eye Linked?Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects about 14 percent of men and 6 percent of women in the United States. The most common treatment is a continuous positive airway pressure machine... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Becoming My Own Dry Eye Care Advocate: Part 1Dry eye is a multifactorial disease, and treatment often takes a multifaceted approach. Every case is different. No silver bullet treatment exists – what works for one person may not... By Erica Osborne3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
7 Tips to Stay Masked and Avoid Dry EyesThe COVID-19 pandemic may have worsened symptoms for some people living with chronic dry eye (CDE). This is because wearing a face mask incorrectly may cause tears to evaporate faster... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Navigating Summer Vacation with Dry EyeNormally, I look forward to summer as a carefree time of rest and adventure. I’m a school teacher, so I have a lot of freedom to travel and do things... By Erica Osborne2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
Scleral LensesWhen I was diagnosed with chronic dry eye after struggling for ten years, my doctor suggested scleral lenses. I was in the habit of saying yes to anything new the... By English Elliott2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
2021 In America Survey Findings: Living With Chronic Dry EyeNearly 16.5 million adults in the United States have been diagnosed with chronic dry eye. About 6 million more have symptoms but have not been diagnosed. In the Chronic Dry... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Community Spotlight: JonnyJonny shares his story of getting diagnosed with chronic dry eye and trying to treat it, while also touching on the most challenging parts of living with the condition and... By Jonathan Caufield3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Dry Eye After Refractive SurgeryEach year, about 650,000 refractive surgeries – commonly known as LASIK – are performed in the United States. Like any medical procedure, some symptoms are common after surgery. Dry eye... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Read the Label: My Favorite Clean Skin and Hair Care ProductsDid you know that the Food and Drug Administration in the United States bans only 11 chemicals from cosmetic industry products? (Hair and skin care products are included in this... By Erica Osborne3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Do Omega-3 Fatty Acids Help Relieve Dry Eye Symptoms?Our eyes need a healthy coating of tears. Without it, our eyes become dry, scratchy, and painful. Over time, this can lead to chronic dry eye. Over-the-counter and prescription ointments... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Dry Eyes - My Search for AnswersI don’t know about you, but when I am told I have a new health condition, I want to know why. Is it because of genetics, or perhaps something I did... By Sharon Moore2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments