Dry Eye Diagnosis and Treatment

Dry eye is a common condition that affects many people, and in many cases without their knowledge. At Hayden Optometric, we can diagnose dry eye and offer recommendations on the most effective treatment for dry eye syndrome for your specific needs. 

Do You Need Help for Dry Eye?

Dry eye occurs when a person is unable to produce enough lubrication for their eyes due to lack of quality tears. A common condition, dry eye typically occurs in both eyes, not just one. Dry eye, if left untreated, can result in a higher risk of eye infections as well as damage the surface of the eye. A variety of dry eye treatment options are available to help with discomfort and lead to an improved quality of life. 

Many people who struggle with dry eye do not realize they have a problem due to lack of awareness about the disease as well as dry eye treatments available. If you experience the following symptoms, you may benefit from dry eye care: 

• Blurry vision 
• Burning or red eyes
• A feeling that something scratchy is stuck in your eye  
• Discomfort when wearing contact lenses  
• Recurring irritation that causes teary eyes
• Stringy mucus surrounding your eyes

Think you may be experiencing dry eye symptoms? Our eye doctors in Bristol County are here to help. 

How We Diagnose Dry Eye Syndrome

The first step to diagnosing dry eye is to undergo an eye exam. At this time, your doctor will gain a full picture of your eye health. If dry eye is suspected, your doctor may also perform other tests to rule out other conditions. These tests may include assessing your tear quality, volume, evaporation rate, and chemical composition. Once a better picture of the condition is gained along with an assessment of the severity, appropriate next steps will be determined so you can begin dry eye treatment and experience symptom relief. 

Mansfield Dry Eye Treatment 

For some people, dry eye is a mild annoyance. For others, it causes incredible discomfort. It all depends on the individual. Dry eye treatment can range from ongoing to infrequent, depending on a person’s needs. If an individual has serious damage to the surface of their eye, that may require additional attention. These variables make everyone’s dry eye experience different. At Hayden Optometric, we offer dry eye treatment in Mansfield and will work with you to determine the best steps for your specific needs and eye health.

Common dry eye syndrome treatment options include: 

• Over-the-counter dry eye care products
• At-home remedies
• Eye drops
• Tear duct plugs 
• Medication
• Plastic surgery