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I am suffering from dry eyes (blur vision occurs after 1 sec) since 1 year.i have used artificial tears/ointments but still no affect.what should i do?

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Dr. David Sire answered

See ophthamologist: You need to have an eye examination and a test(schirmer) to you eye to evaluate the teat production. This could have several causes and needs care.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 11/7/2014

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A member asked:

I am suffering from dry eyes (blur vision occurs after 1 sec) since 1 year.i have used artificial tears/ointments but still no affect.what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Sire answered

Dr Ali agreed

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