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Dry eye symptom

2017-03-24 04:17:43
I have dry eye and visit doctor regularly when I have symptom, but haven't done any related test. Should I find a hospital to do some tests? And can I use restasis（cycolosporine ophthalmic emulsion）0.05% to cure it?
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You should not start with cyclosporine eye drops for dryness ,you may use Refresh liquigel 4-5 times.

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Hello I think you should start systane ultra 6 times daily You may use restasis There is no cure for dryness... Treatment will help you...It will decrease your symptoms Try A. Cold compresses B. Blink a lot

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