However, research shows moderate alcohol use could offer some protective benefits. Clinicians Esen K. Akpek, MD, of Wilmer Eye, Victoria L. Tseng, MD, of UCLA, and Avnish Deobhakta, MD, of New York Ear and Eye, serve up some advice.
Computer-induced strain could not be overcome with any method, including the oft discussed 20/20/20 rule, a study shows.
Caffeine consumption may play a protective role against several eye diseases, according to data published in the research.
Taping upper edges of a facemask is associated with significantly better ocular surface stability, and a decrease in symptoms of dryness.
Cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion is indicated to increase tear production in patients whose tear production is presumed to be suppressed due to ocular inflammation associated with keratoconjunctivitis sicca.
Contact lens wearers should undergo full meibomian gland evaluations, according to a literature review.
Elevated levels of HMGB1 in patients with DED offers insight into its pathogenesis.
The thermal eyelid warming device improved symptoms of dry eye, especially among younger individuals.
Tyrvaya contains varenicline, a highly selective nicotinic acetylcholine agonist.
Researchers found masking can decrease noninvasive tear film breakup time.
