The natural tear film has a very important protective and lubricating function, and contributes to a clear vision.
Disorders of the eye surface are due to alterations of the amount or the optimal quality of the tear.
Eye Surface’s Disorders.
Dry Eye Syndrome.
- Age
- Hormonal changes
- Drugs and medication
- Working in offices and computer
- Prolonged Reading
- Eye Interventions
- Dry Environments (wind, air conditioning)
- Smoking
- Imbalanced diet
Because they are usually chronic, affecting a large proportion of the adult population and causing important symptoms, such as:
- Irritation, dryness, burning sensation, foreign body sensation
- Eye pain
- Difficulty in opening eyes
- Blurred or fluctuating vision when watching TV, reading or working with the computer.
- Sensitivity to light
- Red Eye
- Glare
- Intolerance of contact lenses or cosmetic products around the eye
- Sudden watering of the eyes
- Using eye drops and gels
- Using nutritional supplements based on vitamins and Omega type fatty acids
- With anti-inflammatory drops or tablets
- Optimizing existing environmental conditions
- Avoiding smoking
- By inserting tiny plugs in the lacrimal drainage ducts, so that the natural moisture fluid of the eye is regulated
- Treating eventual pre-existing eye disorders
