Homeopathic Treatment for Dry Eyes

Symptoms of Dry Eyes:

• Increased discomfort after reading, watching TV or working on the computer, driving
• Itching
• Dryness
• Burning
• Redness
• Irritation
• Excessive tears
• Blurred vision improving with blinking
• Increased sensitivity to bright ligh
• Sensation of speck in the eye
• Pulling sensation behind the eye

Causes:    

• Aging    
• Increased symptoms in dry weather and environment and better in humid weather and environment like rainy days and in the shower    
• Hormonal changes during menstruation, pregnancy and menopause can cause dry eyes
• Sensory denervation    
• Systemic lupus erythematosus    
• Diabetics are at an increased risk of dry eyes    
• Thermal or chemical burns    
• Bulging eyes    
• Drooping Eyelid    
• LASIK, refractive surgeries    
• Vitamin A deficiency    
• Trachoma  
• Diphtheric keratoconjunctivitis

Treatment for Dry Eyes:

• Constantly blinking eyes while watching TV , working on the computer, etc
• Wearing glasses or having a downward gaze while working on the computer can also help.
• Research has proven that consumption of dark fleshed fish and omega-3 fatty acids causes decreased incidence of dry eyes in women.
• Customized contact lenses like Boston Scleral lenses are known to help in the secretion of tears.