Dry Eye Resources to Share with Patients 

Dry eye is one of the most common reasons patients seek eye care, yet many don’t recognize the symptoms or understand the treatment options available. Educate your patients with these easy-to-understand resources they can explore before, during, or after their appointment. These materials can help reinforce your recommendations, encourage meaningful conversations, and support better patient outcomes.

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Subject Line: Causes of Dry Eyes

Are you experiencing a stinging or scratchy feeling in your eyes or a sensation that there’s something in there? Do you have difficulty wearing contact lenses or driving at night? These could all be symptoms of dry eye syndrome, which occurs when your supply of tears becomes insufficient in lubricating and nourishing your eyes. Although it can happen at any age, typically dry eye syndrome happens over time and most commonly in people over 40.

However, there may be other culprits for your dry eyes that are not directly connected to dry eye syndrome. Reasons for your eyes to feel dry could include: 

• Antihistamines, antidepressants, and birth-control pills 

• Dirty, old, or improperly fitted contacts 

• Dry air caused by indoor heaters and/or ceiling fans 

• Allergies 

• Long hours in front of a computer or digital device 

As you can see, the causes range from minor to more challenging. If you suspect you may have dry eye syndrome or any of the above causing your dry eyes, make an appointment with our office. During your eye exam, your doctor can check for vision problems and signs of health conditions that could result in dry eyes. An accurate diagnosis is important! 

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