Are Stinging & Irritated Eyes Getting You Down?

Stinging, irritated eyes can wreck a great day. If it’s a persistent condition, everyday life becomes very uncomfortable. Hydration is a requirement for healthy eyesight, and sometimes our eyes don’t produce enough tears.

Individualized treatments are available to help you manage dry eye disease. We offer personalized dry eye treatment to each patient, so reach out to Total Vision Lake Elsinore if you need relief!

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Causes of Dry Eye Disease

A variety of conditions can lead to increased tear evaporation or a tear film imbalance, like:

Allergies
Blepharitis (inflamed eyelid glands)
Meibomian gland dysfunction
Certain medications
Aging
Hormonal changes
Some autoimmune diseases
Environmental factors
Prolonged use of contact lenses
Extended periods of screen time

Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease

The most common symptoms of dry eye disease include:

Sensitivity to light
Red, irritated eyes
Discomfort wearing contact lenses
Blurry vision
Fatigued eyes
Burning sensation in the eyes
Mucus in or around the eyes

Treatments for Your Dry Eye Disease

Treatments will vary depending on the cause of your condition, but the most common treatments for dry eye disease include prescription eye drops, warm compresses, and eyelid cleaners. If your situation is more severe, our optometrists may suggest punctal plugs.

Dry eye disease is treatable, and you can find relief at Total Vision Lake Elsinore!

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Our practice is in the Lake Elsinore Town Center shopping plaza between the Threading Lounge and Union Acupuncture Clinic. We offer plenty of parking with accessible options out front.