Abstract Dry eye disease (DED) disproportionately affects women over 35, due in part to the interplay of hormonal fluctuations and increasing digital screen use. This article explores the dual impact of hormonal changes and prolonged screen exposure on the ocular...
1. Clinical Rationale & Mechanism of Action Digital Screen Use & Tear Film EvaporationProlonged digital device use increases the blink interval and incomplete blinking, thereby accelerating tear film evaporation and destabilizing the lipid layer, which is...
Dry Eye Disease (DED) is a multifactorial condition characterized by a loss of tear film homeostasis, ocular surface inflammation, and symptoms such as burning, grittiness, and blurred vision. Traditionally managed with artificial tears, lid hygiene, and...
Dry eye disease (DED) remains a leading cause of ocular discomfort and decline in vision-related quality of life, particularly among women aged 30 years and older. This demographic is disproportionately affected due to a confluence of hormonal, occupational, and...
Comparative Efficacy of Traditional Eye Drops and EYELIVIO in Managing Dry Eye Syndrome in Postmenopausal Women: An Evidence-Based Clinical Perspective Dry eye syndrome (DES) in postmenopausal women is a highly prevalent, multifactorial condition directly linked to...
Tears are more than just a response to emotion; they are a vital component of ocular health, protecting and nourishing the surface of the eye. Yet for millions of women, particularly those over 45, a silent and often overlooked transformation is underway. As hormone...
Introduction Dry eye disease (DED) is a multifactorial disorder of the tears and ocular surface that causes discomfort, visual disturbances, and potential damage to the ocular surface. As clinicians, we continually evaluate the most effective and sustainable...
Optimizing Dry Eye Management: The Synergistic Use of Nighttime Ointment and Heat Therapy IntroductionDry Eye Disease (DED) continues to be one of the most commonly encountered conditions in ophthalmic practice, affecting an estimated 30 million Americans, with higher...
Dry eye disease (DED) can be frustrating at any time of day, but many patients report that their symptoms feel noticeably worse at night or upon waking. This phenomenon, often referred to as “nighttime dry eye,” is more than just a nuisance—it can significantly affect...
Dry eye disease (DED) affects millions of individuals worldwide and continues to be one of the most common reasons patients seek ophthalmic care. As our understanding of the condition evolves from a simple tear deficiency to a multifactorial inflammatory and...