DRY EYES

Sécheresse oculaire
Sécheresse oculaire

DEFINITION

When we say that someone has dry eyes, it means that the quantity or quality of a person's tears are insufficient enough to cause discomfort.

You should know that Bellevue clinics have all the latest technologies available to diagnose and monitor dry eye cases.

SYMPTOMS

  • Burning sensation in the eye
  • Discharge
  • Decreased vision
  • Redness

RISK FACTORS

  • Some medications
  • Allergies
  • Environmental factors
  • Dysfunction of the Meibomian glands

TREATMENTS

LipiFlow
Topical treatments
Articular tears, ointments or other prescribed medications may be used in the treatment of dry eye.
Vitamins
Omega-3 intake may be recommended in some cases by your healthcare professional.
Make an appointement with a dry eyes specialist

The causes of dry eyes are numerous. For a treatment that meets your needs, make an appointment with one of our specialists.

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