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Dry Eye

What Is Dry Eye?

The eye relies on upon the stream of tears to give steady dampness to keep up vision and the general well-being of one’s eyes. Tears — a mix of water, oil, mucus, antibodies, and proteins — are discharged by ducts found around the eye. At the point when there is an irregularity in this tear framework, one may experience dry eyes. Causes range from normal aging (especially menopause), drug use and medication, diseases, and also structural problems with one’s eyelids.

How Do You Treat Dry Eye?

In spite of the fact that dry eyes can’t be cured, there are various steps that can be taken to treat them. You ought to examine treatment choices with an eye care expert.

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