Dry Eye FAQs

Dry eyes can be irritating and make it difficult to do daily tasks. Although anyone can suffer from dry eye, it’s more common among seniors. At Albuquerque Vision Care and Advanced Eyewear in Albuquerque, NM, we provide treatment options for dry eye. Here are some commonly asked questions about the condition.

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What Is Dry Eye?

Dry eye syndrome is a condition caused by lack of tear production, which results in loss of moisture in your eyes. Tears keep your eyes lubricated and moist. A reduction or imbalance of tear production can cause itchy, irritated, and dry eyes.  

What Causes Dry Eye?

There are various reasons your eyes may stop producing tears. Age is one of them. As you age, tear production slows down, causing dry eyes. Tear production can also be affected by autoimmune diseases, certain types of medications, the use of contact lenses, and environmental conditions. If you spend a lot of time on your computer, you could be at risk of dry eye due to infrequent blinking. Blinking helps keep your eyes moist.  

What Are the Symptoms of Dry Eye?

Eye dryness is the main symptom of this condition. Eye dryness can lead to eye irritation, redness, fatigue, and burning. You may also experience blurred vision and sensitivity to light. Teary eyes can also be a symptom of dry eye, as your eyes produce more tears than normal in an effort to combat dryness. As these tears are of poor quality, they do little to relieve dryness.

Can Dry Eye Be Cured?

No. Currently, there is no cure for dry eye. Your symptoms can be treated and managed, however, through a number of dry eye treatments. After an eye exam, our Albuquerque, NM optometrist will recommend a treatment for your condition.

What Are My Options for Dry Eye Treatment?

If you have a mild case of dry eye, artificial tears can often provide the moisture you need to relieve symptoms. For severe cases of dry eye, our optometrist may recommend prescription eye drops to alleviate symptoms. Punctal plugs, which are small, silicone, ducts, can help preserve moisture in your eyes by keeping tears from draining. 

Lifestyle changes can also help in relieving dry eye symptoms. If you spend a lot of time in the sun, we recommend wearing sunglasses when you’re outdoors to prevent UV rays from irritating your eyes further. Changing your medication or work habits, or reducing your use of contact lenses, could also help in alleviating dry eye symptoms.

Schedule an Appointment for Dry Eye Relief

If you are experiencing symptoms of dry eye, we can help. At Albuquerque Vision Care and Advanced Eyewear in Albuquerque, NM, we will alleviate your dry eye symptoms. Call us today to schedule an appointment.

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Monday

8:30am - 3:30pm

Tuesday

10:00am -3:30pm

Wednesday

8:30am - 3:30pm

Thursday

8:30am -3:30pm

Friday

8:30am - 3:30pm

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

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Monday
8:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday
10:00am -3:30pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday
8:30am -3:30pm
Friday
8:30am - 3:30pm
Saturday
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Sunday
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