Common signs
- Burning, gritty or tired eyes
- Blur that comes and goes, especially with screens
- Watering along with irritation
How we treat it
Dry eye can mean too few tears, or tears that dry too fast. Eyelid problems, contact lenses, air-conditioning and some medicines can add to it. Dr. Meera checks the eye surface, the lids and the tear film.
Treatment may combine changes to daily habits with drops or other medical care. It can take time to see what helps.
Meet Dr. Meera Shah and read about her qualifications.
What to expect
Before the visit
List all your drops, contact lenses and medicines. Note when the symptoms are worse.
Examination
Dr. Meera checks the tear film and lids, and rules out allergy, infection or a drainage problem.
Follow-up
Tell her what helped and what irritated. The plan is adjusted step by step.
Common questions
Why do my eyes water if they are dry?
Irritation triggers extra tears. We also check for other causes of watering.
Is there one drop that suits everyone?
No. The cause and how severe it is guide the treatment.
Can I restart an old steroid drop?
No. Ask us first. Steroid drops need a doctor’s advice.
When is it more than dry eye?
Severe pain, a very red eye or new loss of vision needs prompt care.
More reading: National Eye Institute: dry eye
Sudden loss of vision, a curtain over your sight, severe pain or an eye injury: get urgent eye care.