Do you know the three major rumors about dry eyes?

Dry eyes, this word is gradually becoming common. Many people think that dry eyes are caused by excessive use of eyes, and that it can be cured by drops of eye drops, but they ignore its importance, leading to serious consequences. It is not just an "urban disease" as you think, and it is not enough to just "rehydrate". Wu Shangcao, secretary of the Cornea and Ocular Surface Group of Aier Eye Hospital Group, deputy chief physician, and deputy director of the Ocular Surface and Corneal Disease Department of Aier Eye Hospital Affiliated to Wuhan University (Aier Eye Hospital Group Hubei General Hospital), reminds: If you feel symptoms of dry eyes, you must pay attention to it.

Myth: Dry eyes mean dry eye syndrome?

Dry eye syndrome is not only manifested as dry eyes. Dry eye syndrome is a series of uncomfortable symptoms caused by the reduction of tear volume or change in quality, which makes the eyes not get enough moisture and lubrication. In addition to dry eyes, there are also symptoms such as eye burning, foreign body sensation, visual fatigue, red eyes, stinging, increased secretions, etc., which need to be treated as soon as possible!

Does dry eyes mean lack of water in the eyes?

The two most common causes of dry eyes are: 1. Tear deficiency type, in which the tear glands secrete less tears, and lack of water can lead to "crying without tears"; 2. Excessive evaporation type, in which the lipid layer secretes too little and cannot lock in moisture on the surface of the eyes, resulting in "tearful eyes" due to lack of oil.

Can dry eyes be treated with eye drops?

Dry eye treatment cannot be solved with a bottle of eye drops. Instead, it is necessary to diagnose the type of dry eye first, and then conduct personalized and precise diagnosis and treatment based on the type and cause. At the same time, some "Internet celebrity" eye drops on the market currently contain preservatives, and long-term use may also cause damage to the ocular surface. If you have symptoms of dry eyes, please seek medical attention in time.