Share on Pinterest Scientists have found different bacteria spices in the eye microbiome of people with dry eye disease. ljubaphoto/Getty Images Several areas of the body have a microbiome, including ...

Every day, millions of people in the U.S. live with dry eye. Some may feel a slight scratchiness now and then, while others may experience constant burning, grittiness, itching and discomfort. Above ...

Background: This study was performed to assess the prevalence of dry eye syndrome and diabetic retinopathy (DR) in type 2 diabetic patients and their contributing factors. Methods: 199 type 2 diabetic ...

There are two main types of dry eye disease: evaporative and aqueous tear deficiency. Evaporative dry eye occurs when there's an imbalance or instability in the tear film, the thin layer of fluid ...

Last October, when Talia Rotenberg was traveling to Europe, her eyes became bloodshot, watery, and painful—the same feeling she would expect if she had a torn contact lens in her eye. She was baffled, ...

To manage dry eye symptoms in Sjögren’s disease, use preservative-free eye drops and treat meibomian gland dysfunction, ...

Although applying retinol around your eyes might help with dark circles and bags, it could also contribute to dry eye disease. Retinol is an active ingredient in a number of over-the-counter (OTC) ...

If home remedies and artificial tears aren’t adequately addressing your dry eye symptoms, a doctor may recommend a medical device or procedure in addition to at-home treatments. Dry eye syndrome ...