Dry Eyes

Outlook Eye & Laser Center

Dip Jadav, M.D.

Cataract & Refractive Surgeon &
Ophthalmologist located in Sugar Land, TX

Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss, affecting more than 10 million Americans. If you’re experiencing vision problems due to macular degeneration, Dr. Dip Jadav can help. He offers effective macular degeneration treatment to prevent permanent vision loss in people in and around Sugar Land, Texas, at Outlook Eye & Laser Center. To learn more about the risks of macular degeneration, schedule a consultation online or by phone.

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Dry Eyes

Dry Eyes Q & A

Why do I need tears?

Your eyes need moisture to stay healthy and prevent discomfort. Tears also clean the eye and make your vision clear. When your eyes are irritated, your body produces excess tears to flush out debris and provide moisture.

When you don’t make enough tears, you develop dry eye syndrome.

What causes dry eye?

A number of issues could keep your body from producing enough tears, such as aging, medications, or medical conditions like diabetes, lupus, and thyroid disorders.

The condition usually affects both eyes at the same time.

What are the symptoms of dry eye?

Common symptoms of dry eye include:

Redness

Frequent burning or stinging

A constant gritty feeling

Strings of mucus in or around your eye

Symptoms can affect one or both eyes. You may also find it difficult to wear contact lenses.

How is dry eye diagnosed?

Dr. Jadav performs a comprehensive eye exam and measures the volume of your tears using blotting strips of paper he places under your lower eyelid. These strips collect tears that Dr. Jadav evaluates to make a dry eye diagnosis.

What treatments are available for dry eye?

If you have mild to moderate dry eye syndrome, Dr. Jadav may recommend over-the-counter eye drops to give your eyes the moisture that your tears would.

Dry eyes that come from underlying medical conditions may require different kinds of treatment, including medications to reduce inflammation or stimulate the production of natural tears.

Dr. Jadav may also suggest other procedures to open blocked tear ducts or oil glands.

How can I prevent dry eye?

While dry eye may be the result of a medical issue, you can also help prevent the condition with lifestyle changes like:

Stopping smoking

Avoiding blowing air

Using a humidifier in the winter

Taking breaks when reading or using computers

Using protective eyewear in windy conditions

You should also have your eyes checked regularly to ensure they are in good health.

Schedule an appointment to learn more about treating dry eye by calling the office or using the online booking feature.

Our Services

Comprehensive Eye Care & Optometry

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a group of diseases that damage your optic nerve. The condition can lessen your vision or even leave you blind...

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Cataracts

Cataracts result when the proteins that make up the lens begin to cluster. As this cluster grows to cover more of the lens, it lessens...

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Macular Degeneration

Macular degeneration is the result of the deterioration of your retina, the part of your eye responsible for recording what we see and sending those...

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Contact Lenses

Contact lenses provide a convenient and nearly invisible way to correct vision, offering clear sight and freedom from glasses for everyday activities.

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Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic retinopathy is a diabetes-related eye condition that damages retinal blood vessels, leading to blurred vision, dark spots, and potential vision loss if untreated.

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