In this third appointment, dedicated to dry eye syndrome, we delve into the types of artificial tears used to treat dry eye or DES
Dry eye syndrome is a growing eye disorder worldwide and in all age groups, even among children and adolescents, and the World Health Organisation has recently defined it as one of the most ignored and underestimated diseases of modern times.
The management of dry eye obviously depends on both the cause and the severity of the symptoms, and the first goal of treatment is always to alleviate the symptoms. The most common remedy is the use of artificial tears, in the form of eye drops or gels, which lubricate and moisturise the surface of the eye and are usually applied several times a day.
See you next Tuesday for the next infographic.
See also: Dry eye - Infographic No. 1 - Infographic No. 2
Dr. Carmelo Chines
Direttore responsabile