Dry Eyes

If your eyes feel dry and itchy, your vision is blurry, you are overproducing tears, or you are noticing frequent discharge from your eyes, you may be suffering from dry eye. Dry eye can also make your eyes feel heavy and fatigued. At Eye On Health, Dr. Brett Balocca has been providing residents of Phoenix, AZ with reliable eye care services for many years. Our optometrist will assess your condition to determine whether or not you are suffering from dry eye and provide treatment accordingly.

Dry Eyes

Eye Exam for Dry Eye

When you come into Eye on Health with dry eye symptoms, the first order of business will be to get an eye exam. Eye exams aren't just for those experiencing vision problems. They are also important for identifying issues such as dry eye, cataracts, and glaucoma before they are allowed to progress.

Dry eye syndrome occurs when your eyes do not produce enough tears. It can also occur if the tears you are producing are of low quality. Sometimes, the condition is a natural byproduct of aging or allergies. Long hours in front of a computer, wearing contact lenses, and certain medications can also lead to dry eye. Some patients who have undergone LASIK eye surgery or hormone replacement therapy develop dry eye syndrome. 

Dry Eye Treatment

There are many possible treatments available for dry eye syndrome, and the best treatment for you will depend on your lifestyle, other medical conditions, and your specific symptoms. For some, the answer to dry eye is prescription strength eye drops. Others may switch over to contact lenses that allow for better air and moisture control. Some can find alternative medications to help their health condition that don't cause dry eye. Some may need a procedure to treat clogged tear ducts.

Lifestyle factors also contribute to dry eye. If you are working at a computer for many hours each day, be sure to take frequent breaks. Focus on a distant object for thirty seconds to allow your eyes to refocus. If you are spending a lot of time outside, be sure to wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.  

Contact Our Optometrist for Eye Care in Phoenix, AZ

If you are looking for dry eye treatment in Phoenix, AZ, contact Eye On Health today. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Brett Balocca, call us today at (480) 809-0550.

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