Severe Dry Eyes | Causes | Symptoms | Treatment
What is Severe Dry Eye?
The eye depends on the flow of tears to provide constant moisture and lubrication to maintain vision and comfort. Tears are a combination of water, for moisture; oils, for lubrication; mucus, for even spreading; and antibodies and special proteins, for resistance to infection. These components are secreted by special glands located around the eye. When there is an imbalance in this tear system, a person may experience dry eyes.
In severe case of dry eyes, the cornea can become compromised leading to poor vision and pain. Filaments and exposure keratitis may be the result, which can lead to extreme pain. Traditional dry eyes treatments may not provide enough relief. Large diameter scleral contact lenses may be the only solution can make a dramatic improvement in a dry eye patient’s symptoms and vision.
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