Category: Dry Eye

Key Takeaways Dry eye often presents as a gritty, sandy sensation rather than just general fatigue. Persistent redness and reflex watering are common visual signs that your eyes lack moisture. Environmental factors like screen time and dry air can silently drain your tear film. It is important to distinguish between dry eye and seasonal allergies…

Key Takeaways Calgary’s high altitude, low humidity, and changing weather can contribute to faster tear evaporation and dry eye symptoms. Digital device use significantly reduces your blink rate, leading to persistent dryness and fatigue. Seasonal shifts, like Chinook winds and spring pollen, exacerbate eye irritation and redness. Simple habits, like the 20-20-20 rule, humidifiers, and…

Key Takeaways Dry eye disease can cause blurry vision by disrupting the smooth surface light needs to enter your eye. Watery, irritated eyes are often a sign of dry eye due to issues with the essential oil layer. Prolonged screen time decreases your blink rate, leading to faster tear evaporation and fatigue. Persistent blurry vision…