Dry Eye Therapy in Winnipeg

What is Dry Eye Disease?

Dry eye disease occurs when your eyes aren’t able to keep themselves lubricated with tears. This is often due to a blockage in your eye’s meibomian glands, responsible for producing an oil that makes your tears last longer. 

If your meibomian glands are blocked, your tears will not last long, causing your eyes to become dry. If left untreated, your eyes will be prone to eye infections and damage to the surface of your eye. It’s best to start treatment right away if you’re diagnosed with dry eye disease. 

Symptoms of dry eye disease can include: 

• A stinging, burning, or scratchy sensation in your eyes
• Mucus in or around your eyes 
• Light sensitivity
• Eye redness 
• Difficulty wearing contact lenses 
• Trouble seeing at night 
• Watery eyes 
• Blurred vision or eye fatigue