Dry eyes occur when the tear duct in your eyes fails to produce tears. The fluid in your tears is a combination of mucus, fatty oils, and water. This complex mixture is responsible for keeping your eyes clear and from infections. Our Los Angeles optometrists here at Positive Eye Ons Optometry Optometry can diagnose and help manage your dry eye.
 

Symptoms of Dry Eye

When your eyes are dry, you may experience symptoms that are uncomfortable, such as:
 

• Feeling like something is in your eyes

• Red eyes

• The blurred vision which worsens after focusing for a long time

• Excessive tearing at times

• Sensitivity to light

• Eyes feel like they are burning, stinging or scratchy

• Increased irrigation from wind or smoke
   

Excessive Tearing Can be Misleading Right?

Yes. Sometimes, your eyes may tear up causing a stream of water to flow down your cheeks. This may be confusing for you. So, why are your eyes producing tears if you have dry eyes? Excessive tearing is an indication that your eyes are not getting an adequate amount of lubrication. At the point, your eyes are sending a distress signal to your nervous system for more fluids. The eyes respond by sending mostly water in lieu of normal teats. While this fluid washes away dirt or cleans the eyes, it will not properly lubricate or coat your eyes.
 

What Can I Do to Treat My Dry Eyes?

You may opt to use over-the-counter eyes drops to simulate or stimulate artificial tears. However, this is only a temporary fix and is not designed to be a permanent solution. Some eye drops produce redness and may cause irritation. To find out which treatment method is best for you, you need to visit Positive Eye Ons Optometry Optometry. We will give you a complete eye exam, and determine the cause of your dry eyes. Did you know that your dry eyes could be the result of?
 

• Medication

• Age-As you get older, your body slows down due to hormonal changes. If you are over 50 years old, you may experience dry eyes.

• Eye surgery-All medications have their side effects such as medication for high blood pressure, ulcers, and depression.

• Environment- Dust, wind, or pollutants in the air can cause dry eyes. Living in high and low areas where the altitude changes are also a factor.
   

Contact Our Los Angeles  Optometrist For Dry Eye Treatment

Are you experiencing the symptoms mentioned above?  Get in touch with our eye doctor in Los Angeles to help alleviate your dry eyes by scheduling an appointment today. Call us at (323) 651-5646.