Dry eye is as much a part of daily life in the Panhandle as the wind.  And in the majority of cases it is indeed our weather conditions that contribute to Dry Eye Syndrome --- a condition that represents a variety of symptoms. Here are just a few:

• dry sensation
• burning and stinging
• scratchy, gritty feeling
• itching
• fluctuating or blurry vision
• excess tearing (watery eyes)
• mucous discharge
• irritation from wind or smoke
• redness
• tired eyes
• light sensitivity
• contact lens discomfort
• contact lens solution sensitivity
• lid infections/styes
• eye lids stick together at awakening

If you experience one or more of these symptoms, you may suffer from Dry Eye Syndrome.  The doctors at Broome Optical routinely do a dry eye evaluation during a patient ocular health assessment.  Your doctor may recommend over-the-counter eyedrops, prescription eyedrops, special procedures for dry eyes, or a combination of treatments. Keep in mind that you don't have to continuously suffer from dry eye and its symptoms. Make an appointment today and get relief soon!