1. Dry Eye Syndromes Fact Sheet What is dry eye syndrome? dry eye syndrome is the decline of the qualityor quantity of tears bathing the eye. What causes dry eye syndrome? http://www.eri.harvard.edu/htmlfiles/dryeye.html

Text Only Back to Your Eyes and You See also: Diagram of the Eye and Glossary of Terms Meet Rich Godfrey, our Volunteer Patient Liaison Questions: You can scroll down through the entire document or click on any of the questions below to see the answer. What is dry eye syndrome? What do we know about tears? What causes dry eye syndrome? Who is affected? ... What can I do to help prevent and cure dry eye syndrome? What is dry eye syndrome? Dry eye syndrome is the decline of the quality or quantity of tears bathing the eye. The patient experiences constant pain from eye irritation, and a sandy or gritty sensation that, if untreated, can lead to scarring or ulceration of the cornea, and thus loss of vision. What do we know about tears? In many cases, dry eye results from disorders of the various glands which work together to produce normal tears. Tears themselves are a complex combination of substances which form three layers on the eye. The very thin outer layer contains lipids from the meibomian glands in the eyelid, to reduce evaporation. The lacrimal glands produce the middle watery layer that keeps the salinity and the acidity of the tears at proper levels. This middle layer also carries antibodies and other immune defense agents to defend the eye against infection. The inner mucous layer helps the tear film "stick" to the cornea and stay intact. What causes dry eye syndrome?

2. Bausch Lomb Dry Eye dry eye is the loss or reduction of the eye's normal ability to produce tears. It is one of the most frequent causes of visits to an eye care professional. A variety of factors may cause or contribute to this problem. Aging http://www.bausch.com/us/vision/concerns/dryeye.jsp

3. TheraTears - Soothing Dry-Eye Relief That Works, Dry Eyes, Dry Eye Syndrome, Art Information about a therapy that restores conjunctival goblet cells in dry eye. http://www.theratears.com

This site is about dry eye in general and dry eye treatment with TheraTears in particular. We believe it is the most comprehensive web site on dry eye on the Internet. If you have dry eyes you will find this site a great resource. Recently, the association between dry eyes and LASIK eye surgery has been recognized.

4. Eagle Vision, Solutions For Better Vision offering dry eye resources, information, and cures What is dry eye Syndrome? Who is at Risk dry eye is actually a collection of symptoms that make up an eye condition that stems from an imbalance in the http://www.dryeye.org/patients.htm

What is Dry Eye Syndrome? Who is at Risk? Patient FAQ's Dry Eye-Q Test Testimonials EagleVision provides this on-line information for educational and communication purposes only and it should not be construed as personal medical advice. Information published on this EagleVision website is not intended to replace, supplant, or augment a consultation with an eye care professional regarding the viewer/user's own medical care. EagleVision disclaims any and all liability for injury or other damages that could result from use of the information obtained from this site. If you would like any further information for yourself, a friend, or a dependent, please Contact Us. WHAT IS DRY EYE SYNDROME? Dry Eye is actually a collection of symptoms that make up an eye condition that stems from an imbalance in the quantity or quality of tears . These symptoms include dry, red, gritty, and even watery eyes. Often, Dry Eye sufferers report the feeling of something foreign within the eye or eye strain. What Causes Dry Eye Syndrome?

5. Dry Eyes UK dry eye plug treatment for UK sufferers. Located in Edinburgh. http://www.edinburgh-eyetests.co.uk/dryeye.htm

Specialising in the treatment of dry eyes and blepharitis. Treatments for Dry Eyes  Eyecare-Plus  8 Rodney Street  Edinburgh EH7 4EA  United Kingdom e-mail HomePage by consulting optometrist David Crystal MCOptom DipTp [ click here for Daily Mail review ] Do you have sore dry eyes ? Learn about the opportunity for long-term relief SmartPlugs for dry eyes Dry eyes treatment FAQ Buy TheraTears dry eye products Every wakening second your eyes produce tears containing a complex mixture of natural antibiotic lubricants. Blinking spreads this over the eye's surface before being sucked through two small holes in the nasal corner of your eyelids. These are the tear duct openings or puncta that drain tears to the nose and throat.  If your eyes make insufficient tears the tear film is spread too thinly over the eye's surface. If your tears are chemically imbalanced they evaporate too quickly before the next blink comes along. Either way this causes sore dry eyes. How are Tears Produced ? Tears are made from a mixture of secretions from glands at different locations around the eye. Tears have 3 layers: oil, water and mucous.   The mucous layer connects with the eye's surface and serves as an anchor for whole tear film. Its made by 10 million tiny goblet cells  embedded in the white of the eye and inner lid surfaces.

6. Dry Eye Syndromes: Questions And Answers H O M E Large Type version of this page Return to Your Eyes and You DRYEYE SYNDROMES Your Questions Answered What is dry eye syndrome? http://www.eri.harvard.edu/text/dryeye.text.html

H O M E Large Type version of this page Return to Your Eyes and You DRY EYE SYNDROMES: Your Questions Answered You can scroll down the page, or click on the following linked questions to skip to an answer. What is dry eye syndrome? What do we know about tears? What causes dry eye syndrome? Who is affected? ... What can I do to help prevent and cure dry eye syndrome? What is dry eye syndrome? Dry eye syndrome is the decline of the quality or quantity of tears bathing the eye. The patient experiences constant pain from eye irritation, and a sandy or gritty sensation that, if untreated, can lead to scarring or ulceration of the cornea, and thus loss of vision. Top of Page What do we know about tears? In many cases, dry eye results from disorders of the various glands which work together to produce normal tears. Tears themselves are a complex combination of substances which form three layers on the eye. The very thin outer layer contains lipids from the meibomian glands in the eyelid, to reduce evaporation. The lacrimal glands produce the middle watery layer that keeps the salinity and the acidity of the tears at proper levels. This middle layer also carries antibodies and other immune defense agents to defend the eye against infection. The inner mucous layer helps the tear film "stick" to the cornea and stay intact. Top of Page What causes dry eye syndrome?

7. Eye Pain Page Discusses eye pain and gives some treatment suggestions for pain resulting from dry eye. http://members.tripod.com/~lepton/pain.htm

var cm_role = "live" var cm_host = "tripod.lycos.com" var cm_taxid = "/memberembedded" Aw fuck, that hurts! Eye Pain Page if your mouth hurts, you go to a dentist. if your eye hurts you go to an eye doctor. the following is not meant as a supplement for seeing a doctor. aching stinging dealing with dry eye pain Aching You could have a migraine headache or a serious eye problem. The pressure in your eye may be too high. You may want to try pressing on your eye, and if it feels like it's bugging out and hard as a rock, you may have Glaucoma. See an eye doctor immediately, as this disease causes blindness. See more Glaucoma Information here. See: Dr Koop and EyeMD Link for more complete information Stinging The most common causes of stinging are foreign bodies that get into the eye and infections such as pink eye. Dry Eye can occur by itself or accompany other common conditions... Pollen and other irritants can cause stinging in the eye. If you are using eye drops, an allergic reaction to them can cause a great deal of pain, even days after putting the drop in. You might want to check information on Inflammation of the Iris or see Dr Koop and EyeMD Link for more complete information Dealing With Dry Eye Pain Many conditions make the eye sting because they dry it out. Below are a few treatment tips for dry eye...

8. Dry Eyes How To Relieve Dry Eye Syndrome - AllAboutVision.com A guide to the causes, symptoms and treatment of dry eye syndrome and dry eyes. burning in your eyes are signs of dry eye syndrome. These symptoms alone may be enough for your eye doctor to diagnose dry eye syndrome. Sometimes he or http://rdre1.inktomi.com/click?u=http://www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/dryeye

9. Dry Eye Syndrome dry eye syndrome symptoms such as itching, burning, irritation and watering canbe relieved with a nutritional supplement that stimulates the production of http://www.stlukeseye.com/Conditions/DryEyeSyndrome.asp

Conditions Home Macular Degeneration Diabetic Retinopathy Dry Eye Syndrome ... Services Search Selected by the sciLINKS program, a service of National Science Teachers Association. Treatment Overview Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common problems treated by eye physicians. Over ten million Americans suffer from dry eyes. It is usually caused by a problem with the quality of the tear film that lubricates the eyes. Tears are comprised of three layers. The mucus layer coats the cornea, the eye’s clear outer window, forming a foundation so the tear film can adhere to the eye. The middle aqueous layer provides moisture and supplies oxygen and other important nutrients to the cornea. This layer is made of 98 percent water along with small amounts of salt, proteins and other compounds. The outer lipid layer is an oily film that seals the tear film on the eye and helps to prevent evaporation. Tears are formed in several glands around the eye. The water layer is produced in the

10. Dry Eye Support Ring Story of a woman with severe dry eyes. http://hometown.aol.com/dolphin4522/dryeye.html

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11. EagleVision - Dry Eye Products, Punctum Plugs Eagle Vision offers dry eye care products for healthcare professionals and patient resources for dry eye syndrome http://www.dryeye.org/

Healthcare Professionals should be sure to visit the Practice Resources page for all the latest information and resources from EagleVision. Let your patients know we offer them many patient resources as well. Patients and Visitors who are not healthcare professionals should take advantage of our Patient Resources page. Our News page, which includes the latest articles and information on our products, is updated regularly. We are interested in your comments and suggestions about the site, so please take a moment to visit the Contact Us page. Healthcare Professionals Ordering Document #940001, Rev. 4 Home About Us Contact Us News ... Patient Resources E-mail: info@eaglevis.com - Customer Service: 1-800-222-7584 Website by Shasta Marketing Consultants

12. EyeCare News Can Certain Fats Relieve dry eye Symptoms? dry eye Syndrome Treatment by Supplementingthe Body s Natural Oils. BioTears a treatment for dry eye syndrome, http://www.stlukeseye.com/news/Details.asp?ArticleID=186

13. Vision Pharmaceuticals, Inc. - VIVA-DROPS®, The Dry Eye Solution Developers of VivaDrops for dry eyes and Anti-Oxidant Skin Treatment. http://www.visionpharm.com/

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14. Dry Eyes: How To Relieve Dry Eye Syndrome - AllAboutVision.com dry eye Syndrome. By Judith Lee and Gretchyn Bailey; reviewed by Dr.Vance Thompson. Dry dry eye Syndrome Symptoms and Signs. Persistent http://www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/dryeye.htm

Eye Health Topics Introduction Allergies Amblyopia or Lazy Eye AMD AMD FAQs AMD News Astigmatism Blepharitis Cataracts FAQs Cataract News CMV Retinitis Color Blindness Conjunctivitis Crossed Eyes Diabetic Retinopathy Diabetic Retinopathy FAQs Drooping Eyelids Dry Eyes Eye Safety Floaters and Spots Glaucoma Glaucoma FAQs Glaucoma News Hyperopia Keratoconus Macular Degeneration Myopia Ocular Hypertension Photophobia (Light Sensitivity) Pink Eye Presbyopia Ptosis Retinal Detachment Retinitis Pigmentosa Strabismus Styes What's New in Eye Care Products or AllAboutVision.com home Dry Eye Syndrome By Judith Lee and Gretchyn Bailey reviewed by Dr. Vance Thompson Dry eye syndrome is a chronic lack of sufficient lubrication and moisture in the eye. Its consequences range from subtle but constant irritation to ocular inflammation of the anterior (front) tissues of the eye. Dry Eye Syndrome Symptoms and Signs Persistent dryness, scratching and burning in your eyes are signs of dry eye syndrome. These symptoms alone may be enough for your eye doctor to diagnose dry eye syndrome. Sometimes he or she may want to measure the amount of tears in your eyes. A thin strip of filter paper placed at the edge of the eye, called a Schirmer test, is one way of measuring this. Artificial tears help alleviate the dry, scratchy feeling of dry eyes.

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16. AgingEye Times - Home Page Current information on aging eye diseases like cataract, glaucoma, macular degeneration and dry eyes. http://www.agingeye.net/

June 01, 2004 Cataract More Information Symptoms Eye Exam Treatment ... New Developments Glaucoma More Information Symptoms Eye Exam Medical Rx ... New Developments Macular Degeneration More Information Symptoms Eye Exam Treatment ... New Developments Diabetic Eye Disease More Information Symptoms Eye Exam Treatment ... New Developments Dry Eyes More Information Symptoms Eye Exam Treatment Overview ... New Developments Other AgingEye Presbyopia Blepharitis AgingEye Emergencies More Americans than ever face the threat of Blindness from Aging Eye Diseases The leading causes of vision impairment and blindness in the US are primarily age related eye diseases. Cataract affects nearly 20.5 million Americans age 65 and older. About 2.2 million Americans have been diagnosed with glaucoma , and another two million do not know they have it. More than 1.6 million Americans over age 60 have advanced macular degeneration Diabetic retinopathy affects more than 5.3 million Americans age 18 and older. The number of Americans with age-related eye disease is expected to double within the next three decades. Vision problems in US - Full text of report Recommended Guidelines for Eye Exams In this exclusive review, AgingEye Times explores the affect of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) on Cataract, Dry Eyes and Macular degeneration.

17. Dry Eye common diagnoses in our clinic is dry eye. The phrase "dry eye" encompasses many different ocular disorders that result in a dry eye condition. In order to understand http://www.bgsm.edu/eye/cornea/dryeye.htm

Wake Forest University Eye Center Cornea Specialists Home Up Keratoconus Blepharitis ... Fuchs' Endothelial Dystrophy [ Dry Eye ] Recurrent Corneal Erosion Cataract Dry Eye: One of the most common diagnoses in our clinic is dry eye. The phrase "dry eye" encompasses many different ocular disorders that result in a dry eye condition. In order to understand some of these conditions, one has to learn some of the basics about the eye surface. The ocular surface is covered with a thin tear film, which serves many functions. Not only does it keep the surface moist, it plays a critical role in bending light rays toward the retina which leads to a nice, sharp visual image. The tears also contain proteins which help fight against infection. Nutrients are also delivered to the cornea from the tears. The main supply of oxygen to the cornea diffuses through the tear film. Obviously, the tear film plays a important role. The tear film is made up of three layers. The outermost layer is an oily layer released from glands on the eyelid margins. This oily layer spreads out over the rest of the tear film and prevents evaporation. Conditions such as blepharitis which results in abnormal or decreased oil secretions can lead to dry eye in which the tear production is adequate but rapid tear break-up (evaporation) is present. The innermost layer of the tear film is the mucin layer, which is made by special cells that are located on the surface of the eye. This mucous layer allows the tear film to spread out evenly and also binds up bacteria and other foreign matter. Severe scarring of the eye surface leads to a deficiency of the mucin. This occurs in severe burns (chemical or thermal) of the eye, trachoma (an infection seen commonly in the middle east), autoimmune diseases (pemphigoid), drug reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome) and some eye drop medications used for a long period of time.

18. MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Dry Eyes dry eyes. dry eyes are caused by a lack of tears. Tears are necessary for the normallubrication of your eyes and to wash away particles and foreign bodies. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003087.htm

@import url(http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Medical Encyclopedia Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Dry eyes Contents of this page: Illustrations Alternative names Definition Considerations ... What to expect at your health care provider's office Illustrations Lacrimal gland Alternative names Return to top Tearing - decreased; Eyes - dry Definition Return to top Dry eyes are caused by a lack of tears. Tears are necessary for the normal lubrication of your eyes and to wash away particles and foreign bodies. Considerations Return to top If you have dry eyes, you will feel a burning, scratching, or stinging sensation. You may also have strained or tired eyes after reading, even for short periods of time. If you wear contacts, they will likely feel uncomfortable. Having dry eyes for a while can lead to tiny abrasions on the surface of your eyes. Common Causes Return to top Common causes of dry eyes include: Aging Dry environment or workplace (wind, air conditioning) Sun exposure Smoking or second-hand smoke exposure Cold or allergy medicines An eye injury or other problem with your eyes or eyelids (like a drooping eyelid or bulging eyes Sjogren's syndrome includes dry eyes, mouth, and mucus membranes, and often rheumatoid arthritis or other joint disorder

19. Welcome To GREI Information on LASIK, cataracts, AK, RK, glaucoma, dry eyes and other procedures. Also offers contact information, staff bios and directions. http://www.grandrapidseyeinstitute.com/

At Grand Rapids Eye Institute we specialize in high-tech laser and other surgical corrections. We take a very conservative, yet innovative and leading edge approach to helping from a winning track record, the best technology and a caring team committed to your comfort and satisfaction. We have great outcomes and a multitude of patient referrals, many from people you probably already know. Dr. Brian D. Bearie Contact Us / Map Patient Forms Articles/Photos ... Seminar Schedule

20. Dry Eye Detached and Torn Retina. dry eye. Farsightedness. Flashes and Floaters Excessive dry eye can damage eye tissue and possibly scar the cornea, the transparent front covering of the eye http://www.santaclaravisioncenter.com/eyehealth/dryeye.html

Choose an Eye Health article Astigmatism Blepharitis Chalazion and Sty Conjunctivitis Detached and Torn Retina Dry Eye Farsightedness Flashes and Floaters Glaucoma Dibetic Retinopathy Laser Surgery Vision Correction Low Vision Rehabilitation Macular Degeneration Nearsightedness Normal Eye and 20/20 Presbyopia Dry Eye The natural tears that your eyes produce are composed of three layers: the outer oily layer the middle watery layer the inner mucus layer Dry eye is the term used to describe eyes that do not produce enough tears or tears with the proper chemical composition in any of these layers. All three layers of tears, the outer oily layer, the middle watery layer and the inner mucus layer are produced by different parts of the eye and are necessary for proper lubrication. Dry eye is most often a result of eyes' natural aging process. Most peoples' eyes tend to become drier as they age, but the degree of dryness varies and some people have more problems than others. In addition to age, dry eye can result from: problems with normal blinking certain medications like antihistamines, oral contraceptives and antidepressants

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