Dry Eyes

• This condition is due to less production of tears to lubricate the eye.
• It is usually seen in the older age groups or females after the age of 30 years.
• In the ladies may be due to hormonal changes like decrease production of estrogen and testosterone.
• some of the drugs may give rise to dry eyes like antidepressants, antihistamines, and decongestants.

Signs and symptoms:

1. may feel dryness, gritty and scratchy feeling.
2. Some time may see red eyes and blurred vision.

Treatment : You can try natural tears ( artificial tears solution ) over the counter.

• If no improvement see the doctor for prescription eye drops.
• Or your doctor may advise eye inserts which release a lubricant.
• Also can try omega-3 supplement.

( Source Health journal april, 2013 )