Dry Eye
Chronic Pain Conditions May Share Pathway with Dry Eye
A large meta-analysis found the ocular surface disease was positively linked with more severe symptoms in these patients than in controls.
06/12/2024
New Three-ingredient Eyelid Wipe for Blepharitis Debuts
The eco-friendly product contains Manuka honey, soy protein and purified water in a biodegradable bamboo-based towelette.
05/23/2024
Study: Omega-3 Use for 12 Weeks Did Not Improve Dry Eye Symptoms
However, the regimen might prevent worsening of meibomian gland dropout in the condition.
05/23/2024
An Action Plan for Managing Dry Eye
Use this new resource to help navigate the many tools and techniques available to us.
05/15/2024
All Eyes on Omegas
Despite some controversy, OFAs continue to play a role in the mitigation of dry eye.
05/15/2024
Dry Eye: Matching Patients and Treatments
Experts present real cases and offer direction on management strategies and considerations for dealing with various types of ocular surface disease.
05/15/2024
High BMI a Risk Factor for Dry Eye Symptoms in Children
However, the OSDI score was not associated with age, race, sex, screen time, outdoor activities or diet.
05/14/2024
ARVO Study Compares Effectiveness of 13 Artificial Tears
There was no hands-down winner. The findings emphasized the importance of tailoring treatment based on individual patient characteristics.
05/14/2024
Maximum Blink Interval Helps Detect Dry Eye Cases with Mismatch of Signs vs. Symptoms
The findings were diagnostic in patients when TBUT and Schirmer’s scores weren’t.
05/10/2024
DREAM Study Cohort Shows Dry Eye Test Repeatability Needs Improvement
Corneal and conjunctival staining scores were the most reliably consistent tests, while tear break-up time was the least.
05/09/2024
Upcoming Events
August 14, 2024
The 3 I's of Geographic Atrophy: Imaging, Identification, and Intervention
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Mark Dunbar, OD, FAAO, and David Chin Yee, MD
Webinar: 8:30pm ET
Sponsored by Apellis
September 8, 2024
Ocular Surface Symposium
Location: Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel
Presenter: Paul Karpecki, OD
September 9, 2024
The 3 I's of Geographic Atrophy: Imaging, Identification, and Intervention
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Damon Dierker, OD, FAAO, and Lucas Lindsell, OD, MD
Webinar: 8:30pm ET
Sponsored by Apellis
