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Dry Eye

What is dry eye?

Dry eye disease is a common condition that occurs when your tears aren't able to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. Tears can be inadequate and unstable for many reasons. For example, dry eyes may occur if you don't produce enough tears or if you produce poor-quality tears. This tear instability leads to inflammation and damage of the eye's surface.

Dry eyes feel uncomfortable. If you have dry eyes, your eyes may sting, burn, or excessively tearing. You may experience dry eyes in certain situations, such as on an airplane, in an air-conditioned room, while riding a bike or after looking at a computer screen for a few hours.

Treatments for dry eyes may make you more comfortable. These treatments can include lifestyle changes, medicated eyedrops, over the counter treatments, or a special procedure that can be done right in our office called TearCare (see video demonstration here). You'll likely need to take these measures indefinitely to control the symptoms of dry eyes.

Signs and symptoms, which usually affect both eyes, may include:
  • A stinging, burning or scratchy sensation in your eyes
  • Stringy mucus in or around your eyes
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Eye redness
  • A sensation of having something in your eyes
  • Difficulty wearing contact lenses
  • Difficulty with nighttime driving
  • Watery eyes, which is the body's response to the irritation of dry eyes
  • Blurred vision or eye fatigue

Call us today if you'd like to take a quiz to see if you may be experiencing dry eye.
(978)465-2405
The Newburyport Optique
24R Pleasant Street
Newburyport, MA 01950
*We are located on Rear Pleasant Street,
facing the central parking square behind
The Angry Donut (formally the Purple Onion).
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p 978-465-2405
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  • Home
  • Professional Services
    • No Insurance?
    • Dry Eye >
      • OPTOS Retinal Imaging
      • Dry Eye Questionnaire
    • Lasik
    • What's New...
  • Contact Lenses
    • Order Contacts
  • Eyewear
    • Eyewear Catalog
    • Our Eyeglass Warranty
    • Eyeglass Care
  • Meet Our Practice
  • Contact Us
    • Map & Directions