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Keratitis sicca and astigmatism cause and best treatment?
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Separate issues: Astigmatism can be corrected with proper spectacles or eyeglasses. K. Sicca is usually due to inadequate tear production which can be helped with various things your ophthalmologist can recommend.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Lubricate: Most likely astigmatism is genetic, treat with glasses, contacts, or surgery. Keratitis sicca is from dry eyes, treat with artificial tears and oral omega-3's.
Answered 5/5/2018
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