Dry eye syndrome
Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry Eye Syndrome (pronunciation: /draɪ aɪ sɪnˈdroʊm/), also known as Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (pronunciation: /kɛrətoʊˌkɒndʒʌŋktɪˈvaɪtɪs ˈsɪkə/), is a common condition that occurs when the eyes do not make enough tears, or the tears evaporate too quickly. This leads to the eyes drying out and becoming inflamed (red and swollen) and irritated.
Etymology
The term "Dry Eye Syndrome" is derived from the symptoms of the condition, where the eyes are dry due to insufficient tear production or rapid tear evaporation. The term "Keratoconjunctivitis sicca" is derived from Greek and Latin words: "kerato" meaning cornea, "conjunctivitis" referring to inflammation of the conjunctiva, and "sicca" meaning dry.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Dry Eye Syndrome include:
- Eye redness
- Eye irritation
- Blurred vision
- Photophobia (sensitivity to light)
- Feeling of something in the eye
Causes
Dry Eye Syndrome can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Aging
- Hormonal changes
- Autoimmune diseases such as Sjögren's syndrome
- Certain medications
- Environmental factors such as dry or windy conditions
Treatment
Treatment for Dry Eye Syndrome may include:
- Artificial tears
- Medications to increase tear production
- Surgery to prevent tears from draining away too quickly
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dry eye syndrome
- Wikipedia's article - Dry eye syndrome
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