Eye Discharge Causes, Treatments and More
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Dry Eyes
Dry eyes is a condition in which the eyes produce few tears. The eyes may be scratchy, red and irritated, mucus may appear in and around the eyes and vision may be blurry. Causes of dry eyes include age, certain medications, overuse of contact lenses and diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis.
To rectify dry-eye symptoms, people may use lubricating eye drops. A doctor may use removable plugs or surgical intervention to block tear ducts in an effort to keep the eyes moist longer.4Boyd, Kierstan. ‘What Is Dry Eye?’ American Academy of Ophthalmology, 26 Feb. 2021, www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-is-dry-eye
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