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What is Dry Eye Syndrome?
Dry eye syndrome (DES) is a generalized term used to describe a chronic deficiency in moisture or lubrication on the surface of the eye. This results in uncomfortable irritation, and sometimes inflammation of the tissues of the eyeball. This syndrome … Continue reading
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What is keratoconjunctivitis sicca?
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca is a medical term of Latin origin meaning ‘dryness of the cornea and conjunctiva.’ This term describes an eye condition in which the eyes are abnormally dry due to either decreased tear production, or increased evaporation. The condition is … Continue reading
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Tagged contact lens, dry eye syndrome, dry eyes, keratitis sicca, keratoconjunctivitis sicca, lasik, xerophthalmia
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