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Omega3 fatty acid supplement for dry eye
I have burning sensation in my left eye since the past two years.Earlier,it used to happen when I stayed up late in the night or worked on the computer,watched TV or studied for long hours.But now even when i get up after a long night's sleep,my eye starts hurting in a few hours.I consulted 3 different doctors and have been diagnosed with dry eye.My doctor recommended REFRESH LUQUIGEL EYE DROPS 4 times a day and it gets all better when i use the drops,but the problem again comes back once i stop using them.I also have slight refractive error in both eyes for which i have attached the prescription for glasses but want to know if it is absolute necessary to wear them and is there no permanent cure to this problem.Also i heard that having omega 3 fatty acid supplement helps in curing dry eye.So which supplement is the best and safest?The other medication i am on is EPOSOFT (soft gelatin capsules of gamma linolenic acid) and EVION 400 (vitamin e capsules) for pre menstrual breast pain.
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If you are a regular computer user if so it might be computer vision syndrome please use lubricant eye drops e.g. teardrop 2to3 times daily and rub ocupol d's eye oint twice daily on lids.
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Follow 20.20.formula ie close your eyes for 20seconds after every 20 minutes. keep proper distance between eyes and screen. wash your eyes with freshwater frequently. don't sit facing towards a/c or blowers .Consume lots of fresh fruit and vegetables.
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As per your history I think you have dry eye disease .. this is due to decrease in tear film production/ Tear film instability..lubricants gives you temporary relief.. omega fatty acids helps in dry eye disease
First thing in management is avoiding triggering factors like staying in warm areas / ac areas .
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Go for impression cytology of conjunctiva. It helps in finding out the pathology of the surface
Then treatment with cyclosporine or mucous secretogouge helps in bringing back the normal picture of surface ..
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A. I am sorry but there is no permanent treatment for dry eyes
B. Medicines help but care is also necessary
Try
A.. Cold compresses
B. Blink a lot
C. Avoid direct exposure to air
D. Restrict use of screen(mobile /laptop)
E. Use lubricating eyedrop frequently
Omega 3fatty acid helps in meibomitis which is a cause for dry eyes
It also improves quality of oil secreted by tarsal glands but it cannot cure dryness
Refractive error is small
Ideally you should use glasses
Feel free to ask more queries
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