Dry eyes

Dry eyes

Dry eyes are a common cause of eye problems and are due to reduced tear production or a change in the composition of the tear fluid. The tear fluid's task is to moisten the surface of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. In this way, the cornea is protected against drying out, infection, wounds and damage.

Symptoms of dry eyes

In addition to the eyes feeling dry, burning, itching, irritation and redness are common. Some people get a feeling of having debris in their eye. Some may also be troubled by floods of tears.

1. Causes of dry eyes

2. Older people tend to have reduced tear fluid production and are therefore more often troubled by dry eyes

3. Dry indoor climate, air pollution and air conditioning

4. Computer screen work: Reduced blink frequency or a computer screen placed too high can cause dry eyes

5. Sjøgren's syndrome

6. Clogged sebaceous glands; the eyes may feel sore and the pain is often worst in the morning

7. Certain medications

8. Contact lenses

9. Tobacco smoke

10. Wind

11. Low intake of omega-3 fatty acids

Good advice for dry eyes

• Remove irritating causes, if possible

• Increase the humidity

• Keep the right distance to the computer screen and do not place it too high.

• Blink often and take breaks from the screen every now and then

• Protect your eyes from wind