Eyes

Question 1

dry eye syndrome is what

Answer 1

abnormality in tear film and ocular surface

leads to eye irritation, discomfort, and visual disturbance

Question 2

dry eye syndrome SYMPTOMS

Answer 2

1. gritty eye
2. burning
3. eye fatigue
4. increased tearing

Question 3

risk factors for dry eye syndrome

Answer 3

1. meds- diuretics, anticholinergics, BB
2. low humidity environments
3. immune diseases- sjogrens
4. thyrotoxicosis

Question 4

dry eye exam/dx

Answer 4

1. eye exam
2. schirmer test- measures aqueous production
3. slit lamp biomicoroscope
4. schirmer’s test

Question 5

dry eye syndrome management

Answer 5

1. artifical tears
2. topical steriods per ophthalmologist
3. restasis- long term management