Dr. Hirschl of Boardman Family Eyecare sees many patients with dry eyes from all over the greater Majoning County and Youngstown suburbs. Dry eye is a recognized eye condition which affects many people. The risk of developing dry eye syndrome increases with age, and dry eye symptoms are more common in women, people who spend two or more hours a day using a computer, and those with certain eyelid infections. Although dry eye is a significant problem throughout the year, Dr. Hirschl notes that more patients complain of dry eye symptoms between November and March.
Women tend to experience dry eyes more than men, and frequent computer users will often notice dry eye as well. Older patients are also more prone to dry eyes. While you could get lubricating eye drops over the counter at any local pharmacy, it is a good idea to consult with an eye care professional for advice about which one to choose and how to use it most effectively. It is important to know that lubricating eye drops only relieve scratching, burning and irritation temporarily, but they do not solve the problem. Dry eye syndrome is usually a chronic eye condition.
Symptoms of dry eye include: irritation, soreness, pain, itching, red eyes, gritty sensation, excess tear production.
Dry eye symptoms are a good reason to schedule an eye exam with your eye doctor, even if it has been less than a year since your last comprehensive eye exam.
During your visit, the optometrist will discuss the dry eye symptoms you experience, as well as ask you questions about your lifestyle and take a medical history. This helps the eye doctor get a better idea of the severity of the dry eye, and what could be causing them, in order to treat you better.
How do you treat dry eye? Dry eye syndrome is a chronic condition that can be difficult to cure, but there are many treatment options to manage the symptoms and maximize patient comfort. Lubricating eye drops: These can be purchased over the counter. You should know, however, that there are some kinds of eye drops that are not safe for use with contact lenses. It's always best to check with an optometrist before using any new eye drop, even an over the counter one, because some of them are also not good moisturizers.
Prescription eye drops: These go a step further and actually elicit natural tear production.
Protect the eyes from wind and pollution, using wraparound sunglasses, even during the winter.
At Boardman Family Eyecare, you know you will get the personalized care you need.
Dry eyes are very common, and we look forward to helping you resolve your dry eye symptoms.
If you experience dry eye symptoms, especially if they don't clear up after a couple of weeks, schedule an eye exam with our optometrist at Boardman Family Eyecare.
Women tend to experience dry eyes more than men, and frequent computer users will often notice dry eye as well. Older patients are also more prone to dry eyes. While you could get lubricating eye drops over the counter at any local pharmacy, it is a good idea to consult with an eye care professional for advice about which one to choose and how to use it most effectively. It is important to know that lubricating eye drops only relieve scratching, burning and irritation temporarily, but they do not solve the problem. Dry eye syndrome is usually a chronic eye condition.
Symptoms of dry eye include: irritation, soreness, pain, itching, red eyes, gritty sensation, excess tear production.
Dry eye symptoms are a good reason to schedule an eye exam with your eye doctor, even if it has been less than a year since your last comprehensive eye exam.
During your visit, the optometrist will discuss the dry eye symptoms you experience, as well as ask you questions about your lifestyle and take a medical history. This helps the eye doctor get a better idea of the severity of the dry eye, and what could be causing them, in order to treat you better.
How do you treat dry eye? Dry eye syndrome is a chronic condition that can be difficult to cure, but there are many treatment options to manage the symptoms and maximize patient comfort. Lubricating eye drops: These can be purchased over the counter. You should know, however, that there are some kinds of eye drops that are not safe for use with contact lenses. It's always best to check with an optometrist before using any new eye drop, even an over the counter one, because some of them are also not good moisturizers.
Prescription eye drops: These go a step further and actually elicit natural tear production.
Protect the eyes from wind and pollution, using wraparound sunglasses, even during the winter.
At Boardman Family Eyecare, you know you will get the personalized care you need.
Dry eyes are very common, and we look forward to helping you resolve your dry eye symptoms.
If you experience dry eye symptoms, especially if they don't clear up after a couple of weeks, schedule an eye exam with our optometrist at Boardman Family Eyecare.
About the Author:
If you suffer from dry eyes visit your Boradman eye doctor. Conveniently located, we can help with all of your eye health needs. Call us today.
