DRY EYES ASSESSMENT
THE CONTACT LENS PRACTICE
Our specialist practitioners offer over 50 years of optical experience. The Contact Lens Practice was first established in 1973 and was the first practice in the UK that was devoted to fitting contact lenses.
Since the practice began it has always had strong connections with lens manufacturers. In 1974 The Contact Lens Practice was one of ten practices in the world to clinically trial the very first soft sleep in lens (Permalens) for the US Food & Drug Administration.
Over the years The Contact Lens Practice has fitted some of the most complex and complicated prescriptions. If you have ever been told that you are unsuitable for contact lenses chances are that we have a lens that's right for you.
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DRY EYES ASSESSMENT
At our practice, we often come across patients with red eye, discharge and discomfort. This is primarily managed with ocular lubricants, over-the-counter remedies and remedial eyelid hygiene. For patients who are not entitled to exemptions from NHS charges, we can prescribe ointments and eye drops via signed orders.
We find that the majority problems leading to red eyes are not from infections, but often Dry eye, Blepharitis and allergic/seasonal conjunctivitis which would not benefit from anti-biotic medication.
It may be that your case requires urgent intervention and so we ensure to see red eye patients as soon as possible upon arrival to the practice. We find a brief appointment (15 minutes) is sufficient to make a diagnosis. As the examination is only of the external eye, a full eye examination or refraction is not normally required.
What Causes Dry Eye Disease?
• Ageing over 60’s are the most common group to suffer
• Hot, dry or windy climates – causes evaporation of tears
• Computer and digital devices.
• Inflammatory diseases – e.g. Rheumatoid arthritis affecting the joints is associated with higher risk of dry eyes.
• Side effects from medications – e.g. The oral contraceptive pill
How is Dry Eye Syndrome Treated?
There is no absolute ‘cure’ for dry eye syndrome. However, most people can get significant relief from symptoms using a variety of treatments and measures. Bulk of dryness can be controlled better if the eyelids are better examined. Here at The Contact Lens Practice we follow the latest Dry Eye report (DEWS II) which recommends a regime including lid hygiene, hear application and lubrication
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