What to Know About Dry Eye Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Mary Jo DiLonardo
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When your eyes are dry
You're going on two hours of staring at your computer screen. Is that a film on the screen or... Nope, it's your eyes. They're definitely blurry (not to mention red, stingy, and a little scratchy). It’s another episode of dry eye syndrome.
Dry eye is a common and chronic problem. An estimated 4.88 million Americans over the age of 50 have dry eye symptoms, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology. It affects more women than men.
Dry eyes can develop for several reasons, including aging, medication, and—you guessed it—screen use. Although dry eye syndrome can be irritating, there are things you can do to prevent and treat it.