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Test Your Knowledge

Take the simple quiz below to test your knowledge about this topic.
1. Which of the following best describes dry eye syndrome?
  1. a group of diseases affecting the film of tears over the eye
  2. plugged tear ducts
  3. an autoimmune disease
  4. a serious eye disease that always results in blindness
2. Which of the following are symptoms of dry eye syndrome?
  1. burning or stinging eyes
  2. excessive tearing
  3. a decreasing tolerance of contact lenses
  4. all of the above
3. Which of the following is the principal treatment for dry eye syndrome?
  1. having tear duct surgery
  2. adding artificial tears to the eye
  3. having an eye transplant
  4. taking antihistamine medications
4. Which of the following is a test for dry eye syndrome?
  1. Schirmer
  2. Sjögren's
  3. punctal plug
  4. all of the above
5. Which of the following kinds of drugs may aggravate dry eye?
  1. some high blood pressure medications
  2. antihistamines
  3. antidepressants
  4. all of the above

This quiz is for educational and/or entertainment purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional health and mental health care or consultation. Individuals who believe they may need or benefit from care should consult a psychologist or other licensed health/mental health professional.

 
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