Dry Eye Treatment in Grand Prairie

It’s important for your eyes to stay moist and that’s the primary purpose of tears. Sometimes your eyes aren’t producing enough tears or the tears produced are of poor quality causing a dry eye condition. Dry eyes cause inflammation which may damage the surface of the eyes.

If you have dry eyes you may experience these symptoms:

  • A stinging, burning, or scratchy sensation in your eyes
  • Stringy mucus in or around your eyes
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Eye redness
  • An irritating feeling of having something in your eyes
  • Difficulty wearing contact lenses
  • Difficulty with nighttime vision
  • Watery eyes, which is the body’s response to the irritation of dry eyes
  • Blurred vision or eye fatigue

Speak to your eye doctor if you are concerned about dye eyes. Treatments for dry eyes include:

Non-prescription eye drops

For people who experience temporary dry eye conditions, the use of non-prescription eye drops known as artificial tears may be sufficient.

Treatment for the underlying cause

If you have a persistent dry eye condition, your eye doctor will determine the underlying cause and offer treatment which may include:

Medicines to reduce inflammation of the eyelid such as antibiotics for dry eyes taken orally

Eye drops for cornea inflammation

Tiny eye inserts that lubricate your eyes

Medicines that stimulate tear production if your dry eyes are caused by a lack of tears

A nasal spray that increases tear production

Additional treatments

  • Closing your tear ducts to reduce tear loss. Your eye doctor may suggest closing your tear ducts to keep your tears from leaving your eyes too quickly.
  • Use of special contact lenses that trap moisture.
  • Light therapy

Self-care for dry eyes

If you have dry eyes you may consider:

  • Using mild soap on your face, especially near your eyelids
  • Eye massage to unblock glands
  • Regularly applying a warm clean cloth on your eyes to loosen any debris

Dry eyes are uncomfortable but many treatments are available. Speak to an eye doctor near you to find help.