Do you stare at your phone wherever you go? Do you often work overtime or stay up late? Do you turn to medication regardless of how minor your illness may be? Do you lose your temper easily? All of these habits are liver-damaging behaviors. Chronic liver disease and cirrhosis were the ninth leading cause of…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued an alert to patients and health care practitioners about safety concerns surrounding amniotic fluid eye drops that have been marketed and distributed to treat or mitigate dry eye disease and similar conditions. The FDA noted that manufacturers of the amniotic fluid eye-drop products of the brands…

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently issued an alert to patients and health care practitioners about safety concerns surrounding amniotic fluid eye drops that have been marketed and distributed to treat or mitigate dry eye disease and similar conditions. The FDA noted that manufacturers of the amniotic fluid eye-drop products of the brands…

This article is part two of a two-part series. Part one ran last week and described the symptoms, causes, and biology of this affliction. You’ve likely experienced the incredible discomfort of having something in your eye. Whether an eyelash or piece of sand or dirt, you doubtless stopped what you were doing and attempted to…

This article is part one of a two-part series. Part two will run next week and describe treatment options. Millions of Americans suffer from dry eye disease (DED), according to the American Journal of Ophthalmology—and the number is increasing. DED used to be considered an irritating nuisance, but now it’s a recognized medical disease with…

Dry eye is a common eye disease. Studies have found that in different age groups, the incidence of “dry eye” ranges from five percent to 34 percent, with dry eye being more prevalent in the elderly. In addition, the reduction of outdoor activities during the epidemic and the prolonged use of electronic devices such as…

The average American now spends over six hours each day staring (or squinting) at the screen of a laptop, tablet or smartphone – and our eyes are paying the price. Experts say that “dry eye” syndrome – characterized by uncomfortable dryness, burning, itching and eye fatigue – has become common, with a review noting that the condition…

When your eyes feel scratchy and irritated, the pain and discomfort can make even the most relaxing activity feel like a struggle. Itchy, scratchy, dry eyes can have several causes, from seasonal allergies to a dry environment. They could also be caused by dry eye syndrome, a problem caused by declining tear production. If eyes…

Patients suffering from dry eye disease face vision problems, and new research shows how this condition can also harm physical and mental health. The study shows that these patients have a lower quality of life compared to those without symptoms. Dry eye disease is a condition that can affect people of any age but is…