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Despite its name the eyes are not usually dry in "dry eye." The dry eye is one that lacks oils to keep the tears from evaporating. This condition rarely exists by itself. If it is by itself, it is often related to lid pathology. Often there are other symptoms of the body lacking appropriate oils. These other systemic signs are: arthritis, dry skin, dandruff, weak fingernails, Sjogrens Syndrome and Lupus.
The cause of dry eye is mostly unknown. Some conditions that can cause or aggravate it are: Blepharitis (lid disease), Lasik surgery (nerve damage), Computer Usage (slows blink rate), Hormonal changes (menapuse). Diseases that may be associated with dry eyes include Rheumatoid Arthritis, Diabetes , Asthma, Thyroid disease (affects lids), Lupus.. Drinking too much coffee, smoking, wearing contact lenses, air-conditioning or heat. can also be aggravating.
Medications That Can Cause Dry Eye Symptoms
Allopathic Treatment (traditional medicine)
Treatment is usually eye drops to maintain lubrication. This may include the use of petroleum jelly like ointments before bed time. In some cases plugs may be implanted in the lids to prevent the tears from draining out of the eye area. In severe cases contact lenses are used as bandages. Medications such as RESTASIS (cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion, 0.05%) can be used to stimulate tear production.
Complementary - HolisticTreatment:
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"CRITICAL" - PRODUCTS ARE THOSE WHICH ARE ESSENTIAL TO GOOD RESULTS:
Critical: Nordic Naturals Cod Liver Oil
peach or orange
flavor
is in liquid form. . Omega-3 fatty acids help improve
circulation, integrity of blood vessels, proper brain functioning, flexibility
and permeability of cell membranes, and helps protect the retina's photoreceptor
cells. Recommended dosage is 1-2 teaspoonfuls once a day.
Critical: Similasan
Eye Drops for mild dry eye. Removes pollutants and
has a homeopathic formula to help relieve symptoms. Use as needed
Critical: TheraTears
- by Advanced Vision research. Stimulates
conjuntival goblet cells to produce more mucin. Very helpful! Use one
to two drops per eye as needed
Critical: VIVA-Drops from Corneal
Science.
Its active ingredients are Polysorbate 80 (Demulcent and Antioxidant)
and Retinyl Palmitate which is a form of vitamin A.
Recommended use - 1 to 2 drops twice daily.
Critical Lacrilube
Ointment is a vaseline like ointment that can be used at bed
time for SEVERE dry eyes. Recommended dosage is applying a
small amount (like the head of a small match) to the lower lide margins
at bed time.
"HELPFUL" PRODUCTS - ARE THOSE WHICH USUALLY ENHANCE THERAPY
Helpful: Primal Defense a dietary supplement that helps improve the digestive system to better absorb nutrients and reduce inflamation. This is a unique probiotic with special soil organisms that help the body heal and absorb nutrients better. Recommended dosage is to start with one capsule daily and increase one capsule per week until taking 5 per day. Continue for 3 months and then taper in a similar fashion to 2 per day.
LifeStyle Changes
SOME OF THE TESTING FOR DRY EYE: