How Is Dry Eye Diagnosed & Treated?

Dry eye syndrome is where the eye can no longer maintain a balanced moisture level. Balanced fluid production is essential for the natural lubrication of the eye and eyelid, protection from foreign matter, and keeping the eye clean. The moisture is produced regularly via tear production, providing water and oils for easy eye function. Our Thyroid Eyes - Eye Wellness Centers in Houston, TX, can offer multiple options.

What Causes Dry Eye?

Dry eye syndrome occurs when the tear production in the eye fails. It can affect different people, but it's common in those age 40 and up. If you are around this age, you may be susceptible to changes in tear film production. Exposure to chemical or temperature burns, use of contacts, chronic active smoking, and environmental conditions can trigger dry eye.

Dry Eye Symptoms

The condition becomes apparent with repeated itchiness and sensitivity in the eyes. It’s commonly described as feeling tiny grit in the eyes. Repeated blurry vision and redness tend to be typical symptoms. An over-production of tears and the moisture level becomes insufficient to do its work. This is why putting cold water in the eyes doesn't work.

Treatment for Dry Eye Syndrome

Gentle treatment can be applied with artificial tears or fish oil pills, both of which see improvement within a few days. However, removing trigger environments and actively using a humidifier also help. We can also provide other treatments such as amniotic membrane tissue bandages, nutraceutical supplements, and in clinic lid treatments.

Ophthalmologist Help for Dry Eye

Serious dry eye cases may need the help of an ophthalmologist or eye surgeon. In these instances, eye drops or favorable treatment won't work. If you're dealing with a bad case of dry eye, and relief treatment isn't enough, our Thyroid Eyes - Eye Wellness Centers in Houston, TX, team can help. We have the eye surgeon skills and training to go the extra mile with the most serious cases of dry eye, diagnosing correctly and providing effective treatment. Call our office at (713) 478-9123 to schedule an appointment.