Conditions Treated at Empire Eye Physicians

Dry eye occurs when the eye does not produce tears properly, or when the tears are not of the correct consistency and evaporate too quickly. In addition, inflammation of the surface of the eye may occur along with dry eye. 86% of dry eye patients have a condition known as MGD, and it is treatable. If left untreated, this condition can lead to pain, chalazions, styes, ulcers, scars on the cornea, and some vision loss. However, permanent loss of vision from dry eye is uncommon. Dry eye can make it more difficult to perform some activities, such as using a computer or reading for an extended period, and it can decrease tolerance for dry environments, such as the air inside an airplane.

At Empire Eye, we will coordinate with your local family eye doctor to find the best treatment for you.

Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease include burning and redness of the eyes, contact lens discomfort, increased dry eyes with computer, TV, reading, and driving, watery eyes/ tearing, foreign body sensation, sensitivity to light, fluctuations in vision, itchy, scratchy, or gritty eyes, dry or crusty eyes in the morning, and eye fatigue. Another symptom of Dry Eye Disease is symptoms worsening later in the day.