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Dry eye
Dry eye
Dry eye is an eye health problem occurring when the eyes do not produce enough tears, or when the tears produced are not of sufficient quality to keep the eye's surface well hydrated. This can cause symptoms such as red and irritated eyes, burning or stinging, blurred vision, a pulling sensation in the eyes or stinging eyes.
Dry eye can be caused by many factors, such as ageing, prolonged computer or phone use, smoking, exposure to dry or windy weather, and certain medicines.
Treatment
There are several treatment options for dry eye. Here are some examples:
Using artificial tears or lubricating eye drops: these products can help replace natural tears and lubricate the eye’s surface.
Wearing sunglasses outdoors: this can protect your eyes from environmental factors that may contribute to dry eye.
Using humidifiers: a humidifier can help maintain an appropriate humidity level in your environment, which may benefit people with dry eye.
Stopping smoking: smoking can contribute to dry eye, so it is important to stop smoking if you have this condition.
Using warm compresses: applying warm compresses or a warm mask to your eyes may help relieve dry eye symptoms and improve tear quality.
It is important to discuss this with your doctor to identify the type of dry eye and determine the best treatment for your situation.
Learn more
Good to know
- Dry eye causes stinging, a gritty sensation, paradoxical watering and discomfort at the end of the day or when using screens.
- It is often linked to tear film quality (Meibomian glands, blepharitis): treatment combines eyelid hygiene, artificial tears and sometimes device-based treatments.
- The OSDI questionnaire on the website helps you measure your discomfort before the consultation.
Our doctors
- Dr Florian Baudincornea, refractive surgery, cataracts, glaucoma, medical retina
See also all our doctors and our publications.
In the event of sudden loss of vision or pain, see eye emergencies.
A question about your situation?
Your ophthalmologist answers your questions during the consultation. For a sudden symptom or sudden loss of vision, seek advice promptly: see the eye emergencies page.
Our practices
Annecy-Argonay
645 route de Champ Farçon, 74370 Argonay
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27 place Gambetta, 74210 Faverges
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5 rue Frédéric Girod, 74150 Rumilly
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35 rue Emma Lanche, 74700 Sallanches
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