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Dry Eye
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What is dry eye?
Dry eye is a malfuction of the tear gland that causes the tear flow to be abnormal. Patients often complain of periods of dryness and periods of over-wetting in the eye. Dry eye causes great discomfort to sufferers, however it is treatable in both the short and long term. Below is a list of the symptoms associated with Dry Eye.
.Symptoms of Dry Eye
| Dry Sensation |
Irration from wind or smoke |
| Scratchy, Gritty feeling |
Redness |
| Stinging |
Tired eyes |
| Itching |
Light sensitivity |
| Excess tearing |
Contact lens discomfort |
| Mucous discharge |
Soreness |
| Lid infections and sties |
Sensitivity to artificial tears |
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Eye lids stuck together upon waking
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