| dry eye syndrome |
Chronic dryness due to reduced quality or quantity of the eye's tear film, or due to increased evaporation of the existing tear film. Dry eye syndrome has many causes, including aging, certain systemic diseases and long-term contact lens wear. Additional symptoms include foreign body sensation, eye pain or discomfort, burning, grittiness, itching, light sensitivity, frequent blinking, a red or pink eye and tearing.
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| dry eye syndrome |
Corneal and conjunctival dryness due to deficient tear production, predominantly in menopausal and post-menopausal women. Can cause foreign body sensation, burning eyes, filamentary keratitis, and erosion of conjunctival and corneal epithelium.
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| dry eye syndrome |
A condition caused by the reduction in quality and quantity of tears. For additional information on Dry Eye Syndrome, please see the About your eyes for Dry Eye.
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| dry eye syndrome |
A chronic lack of sufficient lubrication and moisture in the eye(s) causing sensations of dryness, scratchiness or burning.
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| dry eye syndrome |
is a condition in which there is an unusual dryness of the cornea. It is usually due to a deficiency in normal tear production. Dry eye syndrome can result in a sensation similar to that of having a foreign body in the eye, as well as burning and/or redness of the eye. It can also lead to decreased visual acuity.
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