Shortcuts Don't Work with Chronic Dry Eye TreatmentThey say you win some, and you lose some. And that’s me, with my chronic dry eye. It’s a daily battle with...reactions3comments
Being Able to See Again: My Scleral Lens JourneySince 5th grade, I always had pretty bad eyesight. Though when it started to get bad, it was still quite mild. Of...reactions2comments
My Quest for Eye Drops That Work for MeSince being diagnosed with chronic dry eye (CDE), my biggest challenge has been choosing the eye drops best for me. After my...reactions3comments
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
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
My Experience with Low-Dose Naltrexone (LDN)Since being diagnosed with chronic dry eye and corneal neuralgia, I have become a huge proponent of doing my own research and...reactions1comment
The Day I Realized I Was Losing My VisionA few years ago, I had to go to the DMV to get my license renewed, as we have to every 4...reactions2comments
Having a Lip Biopsy to Test for Sjogren’s DiseaseSometimes chronic dry eye affects more than just our eyes. What I mean is that the problem can be systemic, or the...reactions7comments
My Chronic Dry Eye Journey: StacyAbout 10 years ago, I was diagnosed with open angle glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. I thought that maybe was the reason why...reactions6comments
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
Financial Stress of Chronic Dry EyeMost of us are very familiar with the physical, emotional, and mental anguish that any chronic condition brings. There is another huge...reactions4comments
When Your Eye Drops Aren't Working: Back to the Drawing BoardMy eye-care plan isn’t working. I realised this the other day when, no matter what I did, my eyes were just too...reactions4comments
Dealing with Dry Eye During an EmergencyMy husband’s truck was stolen from a paid parking lot next to a convention center in Dallas, Texas. My family and I...reactionscomments
A Day in the Life With Chronic Dry EyeWhen I first open my eyes in the morning, I know I need to do my Restasis drops right away, as they...reactions4comments
My Second Conjunctivochalasis Surgery and My Overall ResultsMy second conjunctivochalasis surgery on my right eye was much easier than my first surgery on my left eye. My conjunctiva in...reactions11comments
Chronic Dry Eye Patient Spotlight: JulieMy journey with getting diagnosed with chronic dry eye has been a long ride. I remember my first reaction like yesterday, and...reactions1comment
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...reactions4comments
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...reactions2comments
Fears About Aging With Chronic Dry EyesThey say “the future is always blurry,” and how right they are, especially for those of us with chronic dry eye. Now...reactions1comment
3 Ways I’ve Advocated for My Chronic Dry Eye TreatmentI have found self-advocacy to be invaluable and a little intimidating. I’ve been learning how to find my voice in advocacy for...reactions2comments
