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Dry Eye Treatment

Dry, itchy, or irritated eyes can interfere with how you work, drive, read, and rest. Dr. Girardi provides thorough evaluations and personalized treatment options to help you find lasting relief.

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Assess Your Dry Eye Symptoms

If your eyes often feel tired, gritty, or sensitive to light, it may be more than just occasional irritation. Completing a simple questionnaire can help determine if you’re dealing with chronic dry eye, and whether it’s time to explore treatment options that bring real relief.

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Common Symptoms of Dry Eye

Dry eye affects people in different ways. Some symptoms may come and go, while others are more persistent.

Common signs of dry eye include:

Redness or eyes that look irritated or bloodshot
A burning, stinging, or gritty feeling
Feeling like there’s something in your eye
Sensitivity to bright light
Eyes that water excessively, a sign of dryness, not moisture

Identifying the Root Causes of Dry Eye

Dry eye isn’t always caused by one specific issue. Sometimes it’s linked to screen use or environmental irritants. In other cases, the underlying reason is less obvious and requires deeper evaluation. Dr. Girardi takes the time to understand what’s driving your symptoms, not just treat them on the surface.

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Underlying Conditions That Can Contribute TO Dry Eye

Many cases of chronic dry eye are tied to medical or structural issues that interfere with how your eyes produce or maintain moisture.

Underlying causes may include:

Meibomian gland dysfunction
Blepharitis (inflammation along the eyelid)
Allergies
Eyelid position or shape
Certain medications
Hormonal changes
Low tear production

Because the underlying causes vary, treatment methods after diagnosis will also vary according to the patient. It is also not uncommon for there to be more than one cause for dry eye.

Diagnosis & Personalized Treatment at See Sharp Eyewear

Through imaging of the meibomian glands, measuring osmolarity of the tear film, and screening for certain conditions, we are able to diagnose and provide treatment for the condition.

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We OFfer Effective Dry Eye Treatment Options in East Syracuse

Dry eye care may involve one or more of the following, depending on your symptoms and diagnosis:

Prescription drops to reduce inflammation
In-office procedures to unclog blocked glands
Lifestyle or hygiene changes
Moist heat therapy
Temporary or semi-permanent punctal plugs
Oral medications, including low-dose antibiotics in specific cases

The right approach is always based on what works best for your eyes.

Ready for Relief? Schedule Your Dry Eye Consultation.

Dry eye isn’t just uncomfortable, it can impact your vision, productivity, and quality of life. If your symptoms aren’t improving, it’s time to get answers and explore treatment that actually helps. Book your visit today to get started.

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