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Question: I have had chronic dry eye for a long time. I have taken tobredex for 4 weeks, hot compresses daily along with eye scrubs daily and several types of lubricating eye drops. As a last resort the doctor inserted tear duct plugs, but the condition is the same. I have tearing, irritation and blurred vision. It's affecting my daily life and I see no end in sight. What can I do?
Brief Answer:
Investigations needed
Detailed Answer:
My dear,
Thanks for sending your query to us.
I have gone through your symptoms in detail and have come to a conclusion that we need certain investigations.
we need to ascertain the type of dry eye we are having, due to low secretions or ocular surface disorder.
We need schirmer's test and tear film study, if you have those details please send them to us so that we can offer some useful advice.
Investigations needed
Detailed Answer:
My dear,
Thanks for sending your query to us.
I have gone through your symptoms in detail and have come to a conclusion that we need certain investigations.
we need to ascertain the type of dry eye we are having, due to low secretions or ocular surface disorder.
We need schirmer's test and tear film study, if you have those details please send them to us so that we can offer some useful advice.
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