Dry eye disease as a common ocular disorder – current knowledge and management
Barbara Rękas,
Wojciech Mazurek,
Monika Stradczuk
et al.
Abstract:Introduction and purpose
Dry eye disease is one of the most common ocular surface diseases. It is a multifactorial disease that contributes to symptoms impairing daily functioning. Dry eye syndrome occurs in up to half of the population. Therefore, proper diagnosis and treatment are necessary.
The state of knowledge
One of the most common causes is meibomian gland dysfunction, which leads to impaired homeostasis and easy evaporation of tears. Environmental factors such as air pollution and stimulants also i… Show more
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