Evaporative dry eye occurs when the meibomian glands in your eyelids become blocked or dysfunctional, resulting in a lack of oil in your tear film. Also called tarsal glands, meibomian glands are the oil glands in your eyelids that are near your eyelashes. You need evaporative dry eye treatment when the glands cause your tears to evaporate too quickly, leaving your eyes dry, irritated and inflamed. If left untreated, evaporative dry eye can lead to serious complications such as eye infections, corneal ulcers and vision loss.
At Eye Physicians in Downtown Manhattan, you have access to the best optometrists with the expertise and experience to diagnose and treat evaporative dry eye effectively. They use the latest technology and techniques to restore your eye health and comfort. They have the right solution for you whether you need medications, eye drops, punctal plugs or LipiFlow.
Evaporative dry eye is caused by a problem with the meibomian glands in your eyelids. These glands produce oil that mixes with your tears and forms a protective layer on the surface of your eyes. This layer prevents your tears from evaporating too quickly and keeps your eyes moist and comfortable.
When the meibomian glands aren’t working properly, they produce less or poor-quality oil. This leads to an unstable tear film that breaks down easily and exposes your eyes to dryness and irritation. This is what causes evaporative dry eye. The meibomian glands can become blocked or dysfunctional due to various factors, including:
Evaporative dry eye can cause a range of uncomfortable and bothersome symptoms that affect your vision and quality of life. You’re most likely to experience a burning, stinging or itching sensation in your eyes. You may feel like your eyes are on fire or have sand in them.
Another symptom is redness, swelling or soreness of the eyelids. Your eyelids may become inflamed, crusty or sticky due to the lack of oil in your tear film. You may have difficulty seeing clearly or experience glare or halos around lights. Your eyes may also hurt when exposed to bright light or wind. Other symptoms include:
These are different treatment options for evaporative dry eye that you can find at Eye Physicians in New York City. The goal of treatment is to restore the normal function of the meibomian glands, improve the quality and stability of the tear film, and relieve the symptoms of dryness and irritation.
Your NYC eye doctor may recommend artificial tears or eye drops that lubricate and moisturize your eyes temporarily. They can also reduce inflammation and irritation. For severe cases your eye doctor deploys more advanced evaporative dry eye treatment including:
If you’re looking for a reliable and reputable medical practice for evaporative dry eye treatment, you can trust Eye Physicians in NYC. There is a team of board-certified ophthalmologists with extensive training and experience in diagnosing and treating evaporative dry eye and other eye conditions. They use the latest technology and techniques to provide you with the best possible solution for visual problems. Other reasons for choosing these eye doctors include:
Evaporative dry eye is a serious and chronic condition that can affect your eye health and vision. It can lead to disastrous long-term visual damage including vision loss. Contact Eye Physicians in New York City for effective evaporative dry eye treatment to restore eye function and comfort.
My name is Dr. William Hogue, and I am an optometrist dedicated to providing top-quality professional eye care. I'm trained in treating various ocular conditions, including dry eye syndrome, glaucoma, and retinal issues.
I earned my chemistry degree summa cum laude from the University of Tennessee. Subsequently, I obtained my Doctorate of Optometry (OD) and Master of Science (MS) from the New England College of Optometry. Following graduation, I completed an ocular disease residency at the State University of New York’s College of Optometry. Beyond my clinical work, I have also been a supporter of Volunteer Optometric Services to Humanity (SVOSH).
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