Question 1

does resveratrol help dry eyes?

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Maybe: Some reports find it to be effective.  I do not use it as a first line therapy for dry eye at this time though.

Question 2

okay to use vaseline in dry eyes?

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NO: Vaseline is a skin product that theoretically should not be used in the eyes.  But a number of patients have used it and stated it relieved there dry eyes.  I have not seen any side effects on a couple of patients that were regularly using them.  But i stopped them & put them on appropriate ophthalmic drops.  There are also punctal plugs, and prescription medications other than tear drops & gels.

Question 3

how to treat dry eyes from contacts?

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Artificial tears: Also, make sure you have a good fit. Rejection of lenses (gpc) can cause dryness- need to be checked by the eye doctor.

Question 4

are my dry eyes and bp meds related?

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Maybe: Many blood pressure meds can worsen or even cause dry eye.  Talk to your eye doctor to determine if med adjustment is needed.

Question 5

can people with dry eyes wear contacts?

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Usually: Contact lenses usually can be worn in patients with dry eye.  The dry eye has to be treated prior to initiating wear though.  See your eye doctor.

Question 6

what is the best contact lens for dry eyes?

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Try Accuvue Oasis: There probably isn't a single ctl that is good for someone with dry eyes. No matter how oxygen permeable or hydrophilic (water loving) a lens is, it still may irritate your eyes if they are dry. I recommend you see an ophthalmologist to see why your eyes are dry. If you dry eye condition is treated appropriately, you may be able to wear ctls more comfortably.

Question 7

medication for dry eyes and yellowish color?

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Dry eyes: For dry eyes, try theratears over-the-counter.  Yellow eyes suggests jaundice and should be checked by your primary doctor.

Question 8

what syndrome has a side effect of dry eyes?

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Dry eyes: Dry eyes can occur with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, Sjogrens, cancer, Computer Vision Syndrome (which is an epidemic in my opinion), and other syndrome.

Question 9

what are some good eyedrops to use for dry eyes?

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Dry eye drops: I like refresh optive and systane ultra eye drops for dry eye.

Question 10

shall i confer with the doctors about my dry eyes?

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Yes: Dry eye is an extremely common condition. Symptoms usually include burning or scratcy feeling in the eyes. We have better treatments than we ever had in the past. Options for treatment include otc artificial tears, punctal plugs (small plastic devices used to block up the tear drainage apparatus), prescription drops, primarily restasis, oral treatments such as omega-3 fatty acids or fish oil.

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