Some of the main symptoms of dry eye include:
-burning or stinging eyes
-a feeling that something is in the eye
-a scratchy or sandy feeling
-a mucous discharge from the eye
-red, painful eyes
-watery eyes
-episodes of unfocused vision
-lowered ability to tolerate sustained reading or working on the computer for long periods of time
A variety of medications may contribute to dry eyes including birth control pills, some
blood pressure medicines, antihistamines, antidepressants, and nasal decongestants.
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