Common Dry Eye Symptoms

If you have dry eyes caused by medication or another cause, or suffer from severe dry eye discomfort due to seasonal allergies, our optometry team in Tomball, TX, is here to help. Your dry eyes cause may vary but we offer treatments that can help you get the relief you are looking. Visit us for eye care from an “optometrist near me” on our team at Today’s Vision Creekside, also serving The Woodlands, TX, and Spring, TX.

What Is Dry Eye?

The cause of dry eye disease lies with your tears. Tears serve a valuable purpose by keeping the eyes lubricated and comfortable. When you're not producing enough tears, your eyes can become itchy, inflamed, and uncomfortable. Left untreated, dry eyes can cause damage to the surface of the eyes.

There are also many environmental factors that can lead to dry eyes. Everything from airplane travel to seasonal allergies and time spent looking at devices can all make your eyes dry and uncomfortable. Most cases of severe dry eye can be effectively treated through the use of eye drops to help lubricate the eye surface or through a change in the environment.

What Are the Common Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease?

Some symptoms include:

•           Redness

•           Discomfort and an itchy feeling

•           Light sensitivity

•           Eye fatigue

•           Blurry vision

•           Feeling like you have something in your eye

•           Mucus developing around the eyes

If you have one or more of these symptoms, it may be a good idea to undergo an eye exam to help rule out any more serious causes. An eye doctor on our team will be able to provide a treatment plan to help give you a sense of relief and help prevent the condition from damaging your eyes.

Get Optometry Care for Severe Dry Eye Disease

We at Today's Vision Creekside are here to help our patients achieve and maintain good visual health. Contact our office serving The Woodlands, TX, Spring, TX, and Tomball, TX. Our team is proud to serve the optometry needs of our community and looks forward to having you and your family join our practice. Call us at (346) 808-7342 for more information about the symptoms dry eyes cause from an “optometrist near me.”