Eyes Stinging or Burning All Day?
It could be Dry Eye — here’s what you need to know
16 million adults in the U.S. suffer from Dry Eye Syndrome
It’s more than discomfort — untreated Dry Eye can damage your vision.
What is Dry Eye?
Dry Eye, also known as Ocular Surface Disease, happens when your eyes don’t produce enough tears — or when the tears they do produce aren't effective. A healthy tear film is essential for comfort and clear vision. It’s made up of
three key layers.
-Mucin (inner layer): Helps spread tears evenly across the eye
-Aqueous (middle layer): Provides hydration
-Lipid (outer layer): Seals in moisture and prevents evaporation
When any of these layers are disrupted — whether due to low tear production or poor tear quality — the result is dry, irritated, and uncomfortable eyes. Left untreated, this can affect your vision and overall eye health.
Why Your Eyes Feel Dry: The Hidden Role of Your Eyelid Glands
The meibomian glands located along your eyelids, are essential for keeping your eyes comfortable and well-lubricated. These tiny oil-secreting glands help create a stable tear film by preventing your tears from evaporating too quickly.
When these glands are healthy, they release just the right amount of oil to protect your eyes. But when they become blocked, damaged, or begin to atrophy oil production drops. The result? Your tears evaporate too fast — leading to dryness, irritation, stinging, and blurred vision
This condition, known as Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) is one of the leading causes of Dry Eye Syndrome.
Dry Eye can also be triggered or worsened by:
Environmental factors (dry air, wind, smoke), Aging and hormonal changes, Prolonged screen time (reduced blinking), Contact lens use, Medical conditions such as Sjögren’s syndrome
Things you need to know!
Symptoms
Dry eyes can cause discomfort, grittiness, redness, and blurred vision. Common symptoms including burning, excessive blinking, and a sensation of something in the eye.
Preventive Measures
To reduce the risk of dry eyes, maintain a healthy diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, stay hydrated, and practice good eye hygiene.
When to seek help
Contact us at Eyes Now If you experience persistent discomfort, worsening symptoms, or vision changes.
Office: 1251 E Southlake Blvd Ste 331, Southlake, TX 76092
Call +1 469-202-5167
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Site: www.eyesnow.us
