Question 1

i smoked out. small window opening for a few years and could turn my head at time and i think more smoke got in my eyes all this time. 
i now i have dry eyes 
im afraid its permanent 
please help?

Accepted Answer

Quit smoking : Please quit smoking. Use artificial tear several times a day. Dryness will get better. If not, see ophthalmologist.

Question 2

what could cause dry eyes?

Accepted Answer

Dry eyes: Are caused by a deficiency of the tears which your eyes produce.  Typically there is no specific cause found for dry eyes, but symptoms can be caused by other eye conditions, both infectious and inflammatory.  If you are having significant problems, then you should see your ophthalmologist for a complete exam.

Question 3

what do dry eyes feel like?

Accepted Answer

Scratchy: Often dry eye patients refer to irritation, scratchyness, and a feeling of sand paper in the eye. Symptoms can include light sensitivity, tearing and foreign body sensation in the eye. Initial treatment usually includes increasing lubrication in the eye.

Question 4

what causes chronic dry eyes?

Accepted Answer

Causes of dry eyes: Dry eyes can be caused many reasons.  They can be aggravated by allergies. Tears can diminish as we age or with hormonal changes and contact lens wear. Many medicines can cause dryness such as some high blood pressure meds and diuretics.

Question 5

dry eyes, blinks alot.. is this bad?

Accepted Answer

Could be: Depending on your age and health, you could have a significant problem.  Dry eyes could be from simple causes but there are major health issues associated with dry eyes.  Simple wetting agents (saline eye drops) can help.  Increasing moisture in the room (humidifiers) can help.   Wearing protective equipment when out doors can help.  If you are concerned, see an eye care professional.

Question 6

what do dry eyes vs contacts feel like?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Dry eyes can be severe and uncomfortable despite treatments whereas contacts typically may be uncomfortable at first, but with a normal eye and a proper fitting, usually a lens with the correct shape and oxygen diffusion can eventually work and not cause discomfort.

Question 7

i have perpetual dry eyes how can i fix this?

Accepted Answer

Dry eye: Your description sounds like dry eye.  Initial treatment is frequent artificial tears during the day, ointment at night, warm compresses a few times a day, and omega-3 fatty acid supplements.  If no improvement, you should see an eye doctor for further evaluation.

Question 8

does resveratrol help dry eyes?

Accepted Answer

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 9

okay to use vaseline in dry eyes?

Accepted Answer

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 10

how to treat dry eyes from contacts?

Accepted Answer

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.

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I smoked out. small window opening for a few years and could turn my head at time and i think more smoke got in my eyes all this time. i now i have dry eyes im afraid its permanent please help?

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What could cause dry eyes?

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Dry eyes, blinks alot.. is this bad?

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What do dry eyes vs contacts feel like?

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I have perpetual dry eyes how can i fix this?

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