Dry Eye
DRY EYE
Dry Eye Syndrome and Eyecare
Dry eye syndrome is a common multifactorial ocular condition affecting many people today. It is a disorder of the tears and front surface of the eye that can lead to damage and inflammation. Symptoms can range from mild to severe causing discomfort and fluctuating/reduced vision.
Dry Eye Symptoms
Symptoms of dry eye can be any of the following:
• Stinging or Burning sensation
• Excessive tearing
• Sandy or gritty sensation
• Episodes of blurred vision
• Redness
If you experience these issues regularly, or intermittently, then book for a dry eye test with us.
• Stinging or Burning sensation
• Excessive tearing
• Sandy or gritty sensation
• Episodes of blurred vision
• Redness
If you experience these issues regularly, or intermittently, then book for a dry eye test with us.
Dry Eye Assessment
At South Molton Eyecare our dry eye consultation will include:
• History and symptoms
• Investigation of eye structures
• Lid & gland evaluation
• Blink rate assessment
• Tear film and fluorescein assessment
• Advice and treatment plan
• History and symptoms
• Investigation of eye structures
• Lid & gland evaluation
• Blink rate assessment
• Tear film and fluorescein assessment
• Advice and treatment plan
Aftercare and follow ups
We also keep up-to-date with new products and techniques and our aftercare ensures you have the best options available to you for your comfort and vision.
