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What Is Dry Eyes?
Tears aren’t just for when you’re sad they’re actually extremely important for keeping your eyes lubricated, healthy, and protected from potential swelling or damage. Tears can be ineffective for a number of reasons, but whether you’re not producing enough tears or your tears are of a quality that fails to protect, your eyes can start to feel dry, uncomfortable, and even painful.
At Haas Vision Center, our team of experienced dry eyes specialists can help you find the relief you need. We know how uncomfortable it can be to live with chronic dry eye, and we’re here to help you treat your condition and keep your eyes as healthy as possible. As a small practice, we promise to take the time to answer every question you have before you leave our office, keeping our focus on our patients and putting them first.
Although dry eye is common, it’s important to receive high-quality care and place your trust in the best eye specialist Colorado Springs has to offer. If you’re ready to experience clarity, peace of mind, and the patient-first vision care you deserve, schedule your first appointment at Haas Vision Center today.
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Professional Diagnosis of Dry Eyes
If you’re struggling with chronically dry eyes, you’ll have noticed several symptoms that leave your eyes feeling uncomfortable, or even painful.
If we determine that you do need treatment, Dr. Haas and Dr. Davis can refer you to Retinal Consultant of Southern Colorado, where you can receive:
If you’re exhibiting signs of dry eyes, it’s time to come into our Colorado Springs office for an expert diagnosis. At Haas Vision Center, Dr. Haas and Dr. Davis use several tests to determine the underlying cause of your dry eyes. These tests include:
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Treatment Options for Dry Eyes
For many people, dry eyes are treatable at home using over-the-counter drops. However, some patients who are struggling with severe, chronic dry eye conditions may need professional intervention from an experienced ophthalmologist like the team at Haas Vision Center.
Dr. Haas and Dr. Davis offer several treatment options for patients who are living with chronic dry eye. The most common treatments we administer at Haas Vision Center include:
If you’re diagnosed with dry eyes during your consultation at Haas Vision Center, Dr. Haas and Dr. Davis will review all of these options with you in detail, answering your questions and helping to develop a treatment plan that works for your individual needs.
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If you’re exhibiting signs of dry eyes, it’s time to come into our Colorado Springs office for an expert diagnosis.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dry eyes can happen for several different reasons, but in all circumstances, the tear film that moistens your eyes and keeps them lubricated has been compromised. This film is made up of three layers:
- Fatty oils
- Aqueous fluid
- Mucus
If any one of these layers is out of balance, your eyes can become dry and uncomfortable. Some of the most common things that can alter your tear film include:
- Autoimmune problems
- Allergies
- Issues with tear production
- Changes in hormones
While dry eyes may not sound like a serious issue, the consequences of leaving them untreated are nothing to ignore. The tear film that is compromised in cases of dry eye protects your eyes from several complications, including infections and surface damage to your cornea. Additionally, dry eyes can make it difficult to read, drive, and generally feel comfortable on a daily basis.
If you identify with any of the following, you may be at a higher risk for experiencing dry eyes than others:
- You’re over the age of 50
- Your diet is low in Vitamin A
- You’re a woman
- You have ever been pregnant, taken birth control, or gone through menopause
- You’ve had refractive surgery in the past
- You wear contact lenses
If you are looking for an experienced eye specialist in Colorado Springs, visit Haas Vision Center. Our Colorado ophthalmology office is located at 6760 Corporate Drive, Suite 180, Colorado Springs, CO 80919. Schedule your appointment online today, or call us at 719-272-4227.