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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Secondary Prevention
There is no way to prevent keratoconjunctivitis sicca.[1] Complications can be prevented by use of wetting and lubricating drops and ointments.[1]
Environmental control
Avoiding dry or drafty environments, or environments with smoke and dust, may help.[2] This also includes avoiding environmental aggravation caused by hair dryers, heaters, air conditioners or fans, especially when directed toward the eyes. Wearing wraparound glasses when outside can help reduce the drying effects of the wind.
Using a humidifier,[2][3] especially in the winter,[3] adds moisture to dry indoor air. Specially designed glasses that form a moisture chamber around the eye may be used to create additional humidity.
Supplementation
Consumption of dietary omega-3 fatty acids is associated with a decreased incidence of dry eyes syndrome in women.[4] This finding is consistent with postulated biological mechanisms.[4]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Dry eyes syndrome". MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia. U.S. National Library of Medicine. 2006-10-04. Retrieved 2006-11-16.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca". The Merck Manual, Home Edition. Merck & Co., Inc. 2003-02-01. Retrieved 2006-11-12.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Dry eyes". MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia. U.S. National Library of Medicine. 2006-10-04. Retrieved 2006-11-16.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Miljanović B, Trivedi K, Dana M, Gilbard J, Buring J, Schaumberg D (2005). "Relation between dietary n-3 and n-6 fatty acids and clinically diagnosed dry eye syndrome in women". Am J Clin Nutr. 82 (4): 887–93. PMID 16210721.