Expert Dry Eye Treatment in Illinois
Dry eye syndrome, also known simply as dry eye, is a common condition that occurs when your tears aren't able to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. This can be due to either insufficient tear production or tears that evaporate too quickly.
Constantly dealing with dry eye symptoms can be frustrating and impact your daily productivity. For many people, dry eye syndrome indicates meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). When the meibomian glands in healthy eyes are blocked or not functioning properly, it can lead to dry eye, which can produce a range of symptoms.
At Oakbrook Optical Eyecare, our expert eye doctor can diagnose and treat MGD and dry eye syndrome, offering personalized treatment options for our Hinsdale & Oakbrook Patients.
The Signs and Symptoms Of Dry Eyes
Typical signs and symptoms of dry eye syndrome include:
- A stinging, burning, or scratchy sensation in your eyes
- Feeling like something is in your eyes (foreign body sensation)
- Redness of the eyes
- Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
- Watery eyes, which is the body’s response to the irritation
- Blurred vision or eye fatigue
- Difficulty wearing contact lenses
- Difficulty with nighttime driving
- Stringy mucus in or around the eyes
In more severe cases, dry eye can also increase the risk of eye infections or damage to the eye’s surface.
If you experience persistent dry eye symptoms, it’s important to consult an eye care professional. They can provide a proper diagnosis and recommend appropriate treatment options.
Diagnosing Dry Eye Syndrome
Persistent scratchiness, dryness, or a burning sensation may not always be enough for your Illinois doctor to diagnose dry eye syndrome. While a diagnosis often starts with a comprehensive eye examination, your eye doctor may also want to perform other tests, like measuring the amount of tears in your eyes.
At Oakbrook Optical Eyecare, we use breakthrough LipiView® technology to diagnose dry eye effectively. LipiView offers a detailed analysis of the lipid layer in the patient's tear film and helps detect meibomian gland dysfunction, a key contributor to the condition.
Dry Eye Treatment Treatment
Treating dry eye effectively requires a blend of personalized care and expertise—which we proudly offer at our Illinois clinic. We treat dry eye with LipiFlow®, to effectively restore the natural oil flow to the meibomian glands and bring you the relief you deserve.
Trust the experts at Oakbrook Optical Eyecare to effectively treat your eye health issues, including dry eye syndrome.
