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Dryness and irritation

2018-10-11 16:15:38
Suffering from dryness and irritation from a month now. Went to doctor 2 weeks back and yesterday too. I am following their advice. But should I take any supplement as this I suffer from eye dryness almost every 9 months on at least once a year. Kindly advice some supplement vitamins etc. if it will help me in any way and not have side effects. I have attached medical prescription. Thanks in advance.
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Hello Your symptoms are suggestive of dryness Try A. Cold compresses B.  Use antiglare glasses C. Restricted use of mobile and laptop D. Use lubricating eyedrop like lubrex frequently

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Are you a regular computer user if so it might be computer vision syndrome. Please use lubricant eye drops as advised. And rub ocupol dx eye oint to be rubbed twice daily on lids
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Follow 20.20.formula ie close your eyes for 20.seconds after every 20.minutes. keep proper distance between eyes and screen ie approx 20.to 24 inches.wash your eyes with freshwater frequently. don't sit facing towards ac or blowers. do cold compresses with ice and consume lot of fresh fruit and vegetables.

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