DRY EYE

Dry Eye is a condition where the surface of the eye becomes inflamed and sore due to a poor relationship between the tear film and the eyelids. This might be because your eyes are not producing enough tears, or that the chemistry of the tear film is out of balance. 

• 1 in 5 adults suffer with Dry Eye symptoms every day.
• Symptoms include: Gritty, sore, tired, watery or irritated eyes.
• Causes include: Causes include: Blepharitis, computer use, contact lens wear, using eye drops that contain preservatives.

Management of Dry Eye involves using the correct lubricating eye drops. It is also important to eat a balanced diet that includes Omega-3 fatty acids and to make sure you stay hydrated all day.

EYE LID INFLAMMATION

Blepharitis literally means ‘inflamed eyelids’. It can be the skin area around the eyelashes that is inflamed, or the area around the oil-producing (Meibomian) glands, or both. It is a chronic condition that can be controlled, but not often cured. Blepharitis is not an eye infection, but you can have it alongside other eye infections.

• It is the most common trigger for Dry Eye symptoms.
• Symptoms include: Red-rimmed sore eyes, skin debris around the eyelash         roots, gritty eyes and tired eyes
• Causes include: Age, rosacea, eczema and some medications can have an         influence however, for most sufferers, it has no real cause.

Management of Blepharitis involves warming the area to encourage secretion from the Meibomian Glands, gentle cleansing of the eyelids and gentle massage to encourage oily secretions to flow from the Meibomian Glands.