Epistemis

Dry eyes

Specialty: Ophthalmology.

  • dry eye
  • gritty feeling

Why it occurs

  • Dry eye syndrome
  • Sjögren's syndrome
  • Drugs (antihistamines)
  • Blepharitis
  • Use of screens

Initial workup

Schirmer test and corneal staining; antibodies (SSA/SSB) if Sjögren's is suspected.

red flags

Dry eye with dry mouth and arthralgia → study of Sjögren/autoimmune syndrome.

Standard management

  • Artificial tears — eyelid hygiene; treat the underlying cause

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousOcular foreign body sensation
Area
Ophthalmology
Listed causes
5
Treatment options
1
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