Dry eye in morning: Dry eyes in the morning can be dye to many issues such as dry eye, blepharitis, lagophthalmos (partial eye closure during sleep), etc. Try using artificial tears during the day, ointment at night, warm compresses frequently, and omega-3 fatty acid supplements. If persistent symptoms, you should see your eye doctor to consider punctal plugs or other prescription topical meds.
Answered 2/18/2013
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Dry eyes!: Start with artificial tears routinely (one drop 4 times a day every day), oral omega-3's, and warm compresses. Next, medicated drops (restasis, mild steroid drops, NSAID drops) or punctal occlusion may be helpful. You can use ointment (refresh pm at bedtime), i find that the oral omega 3's work well for people with problems during the night or first thing in the morning.
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