Dry eyes problem

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Dry eyes problem

Asked for Female, 15 Years

Can a teenager get dry eyes??? Is it okay?? Will that be treated?? Will drops work.?? For how long is it treated???

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Dr. Yamini Singhal

Ophthalmologist 11 yrs exp Jaipur

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Teenagers can get dry eye It can be treated Drops will help Treatment is bit longer

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Dr. Aparna Ghodake

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 7 yrs exp Nashik

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Did you self diagnose that you hv dry eyes or did an ophthalmologist tell you?Also how many hours do u spend in front of a laptop?

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Dr. Rutvi Parikh

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 11 yrs exp Vadodara

Avoid rubbing Maintain hygiene Blink more Drink water adequately Cold compression Cold water lavage Follow rule of 20- Means after 20 min of work ,take rest for 20 sec and look at 20feet distance Reduce brightness of the screen Away from AC Airflow Use lubricant drop- refresh liquigel Wear glasses outside Take nuts for essential fatty acids (Omega 3) Avoid second hand smoke May need physical consultation for thorough slit lamp examination

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Dr. Ravi Chandna

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 9 yrs exp Bhopal

Teenagers can get dry eyes. It is okay! It will be treated! Drops will work! Treatment is generally long!

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Dr. Saba Kausar Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 12 yrs exp Bangalore · Accepted Answer

Dr. Saba Kausar

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 12 yrs exp Bangalore

Please consult local ophthalmologist for complete eye examination. Medication and duration of treatment depends on severity of dry eye

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