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Health Topics A-ZText size: A A A May 13, 2008

Questions to Ask

Health Topics
Chronic Dry Eye
Tool Kit

Available here.

Review the following 'Questions To Ask' about dry eye syndrome so you're prepared to discuss this important health issue with your health care professional.

  1. Am I at risk for developing dry eye syndrome?

  2. Is a disease causing my dry eye syndrome?

  3. Can any of the medications I take contribute to dry eye syndrome?

  4. What kinds of things can I do to reduce my discomfort from dry eye?

  5. What kind of artificial tears are best for me?

  6. How often should I use artificial tears?

  7. Should I use preservative-free artificial tears?

  8. Can artificial eye ointments help me?

  9. Can punctal plugs help me?

  10. What new medications may help my dry eye?

  11. Is my job environment contributing to my dry eye symptoms?

 
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