Dry Eye
Mental Health Conditions More Common in Dry Eye Patients, Nationwide Sample Reveals
Although medication use contributed, the link remained even after accounting for side effects of antidepressant therapy. Also, Black participants had a disproportionately greater association.
10/21/2024
Peripheral Neuropathy Increases the Risk of Developing Dry Eye Disease
Researchers discovered that severe cases significantly impact the development of dry eye signs and symptoms.
09/23/2024
Botox Injections Linked to Lower Schirmer’s Scores
Although this indicates the potential to affect basal tear production, it’s unclear just how prevalent this might be.
09/13/2024
Study Highlights Air Pollution and Temperature Influences on DED
Patients living in climates with cooler weather, high humidity and low air quality had OSDI scores 4.4 points higher than those in cities with similar pollution and humidity levels but higher temperatures.
09/04/2024
Two Applications of Lissamine Green for Five Seconds Each Optimal, Study Says
Researchers tested four protocols and found that yielded the best results.
09/03/2024
A Stepwise Approach to Diagnosing Dry Eye Disease
Identifying this condition requires a systematic assessment using multiple techniques.
08/15/2024
A Stepwise Approach to Diagnosing Dry Eye Disease
Identifying this condition requires a systematic assessment using multiple techniques.
08/15/2024
Tear Meniscus Height and Depth Decrease Earlier in Day for Symptomatic Contact Lens Users
These observations were seen at hour five, while the two parameters didn’t show significant changes in asymptomatic or healthy individuals until hour 10.
08/14/2024
Dry Eye Severity Index Proposed as New Tool for Case Assessment
Meant to integrate signs, symptoms and acuity, the test was found to be predictive and reliable in staging and diagnosing DED.
08/13/2024
Be Mindful of Intereye Differences in Dry Eye Signs
Osmolarity, conjunctival staining, Schirmer score and MGD status all can differ, and their severity can ebb and flow throughout the course of the disease and its response to treatment, researchers say.
08/07/2024
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October 29, 2024
Redefine Possibilities For Your Patients and Your Practice
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Erick Henderson, OD
Webinar: 9:00pm ET
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November 6, 2024
Showcasing Inflammation and IOP Control
Location: Prime 47
Presenters: Marc Bloomenstein, OD, and Nora Lee Cothran, OD
Time: 7:00pm ET
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November 7, 2024
Racing Ahead: An Engaging Experience with a Trackside Challenge
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Presenters: Crystal Brimer, OD, Mile Brujic, OD, and Gina Welsey, OD
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