{"id":952,"date":"2025-02-12T08:13:17","date_gmt":"2025-02-12T08:13:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/?post_type=opd&#038;p=952"},"modified":"2025-02-12T08:51:49","modified_gmt":"2025-02-12T08:51:49","slug":"dryeye","status":"publish","type":"opd","link":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/opd\/ophthalmology\/dryeye\/","title":{"rendered":"Symptoms and Treatments for Dry Eye"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n    .dryeye_content h2{\n        font-size: 24px;\n        margin: 50px 0 24px;\n        background-color: #4cb5a0;\n        color: #FFFFFF;\n        border-top: none;\n        padding-top: 0 !important;\n        padding: 10px 15px !important;\n    }\n    .dryeye_content h3 {\n        padding-left: 12px;\n        font-size: 18px !important;\n        margin: 40px 0 8px !important;\n        border-left: #4cb5a0 4px solid;\n    }\n    .dryeye_content p,\n    .dryeye_content dt,\n    .dryeye_content dd,\n    .dryeye_content li {\n        font-size: 16px;\n        line-height: 1.5;\n        margin-bottom: 20px;\n    }\n    .dryeye_content dt {\n        margin: 32px 0 8px;\n        color: #4cb5a0;\n    }\n    .dryeye_content dd:last-child {\n        margin-bottom: 56px;\n    }\n    .dryeye_content li {\n        margin-bottom: 8px;\n    }\n    .dryeye_about_list li span {\n        color: #4cb5a0;\n    }\n    @media screen and (max-width: 768px) {\n        .dryeye_content h3 {\n            margin-top: 32px !important;\n        }\n    }\n<\/style>\n<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/wp-content\/themes\/clinic\/style\/css\/pages\/department-test.css?v=20240717070928\">\n<div class=\"dryeye_content\">\n<section>\n<h2>What is Dry Eye?<\/h2>\n<p>If five or more of the following symptoms apply to you, you may have dry eye:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"dryeye_about_list\">\n<li><span>1. <\/span>Eyes get tired easily<\/li>\n<li><span>2. <\/span>Eye pain<\/li>\n<li><span>3. <\/span>Discharge from the eyes<\/li>\n<li><span>4. <\/span>Gritty sensation in the eyes<\/li>\n<li><span>5. <\/span>Excessive tearing without a specific reason<\/li>\n<li><span>6. <\/span>Blurred vision<\/li>\n<li><span>7. <\/span>Itchy eyes<\/li>\n<li><span>8. <\/span>Heavy feeling in the eyes<\/li>\n<li><span>9. <\/span>Frequent redness<\/li>\n<li><span>10. <\/span>Uncomfortable sensation in the eyes<\/li>\n<li><span>11. <\/span>Dry feeling in the eyes<\/li>\n<li><span>12. <\/span>Sensitivity to light<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Causes of Dry Eye<\/h2>\n<p>Dry eye occurs when abnormalities in the quantity or quality of tears lead to dryness on the surface of the eyes, causing discomfort and visual disturbances. Common causes include:<\/p>\n<h3>Environmental Factors<\/h3>\n<p>Air conditioning, heating, dry air, and prolonged use of computers or smartphones increase tear evaporation.<\/p>\n<h3>Aging<\/h3>\n<p>Tear production declines with age, particularly in postmenopausal women.<\/p>\n<h3>Contact Lenses<\/h3>\n<p>Prolonged use of contact lenses accelerates tear evaporation, worsening dryness.<\/p>\n<h3>Diseases and Medications<\/h3>\n<p>Conditions such as Sj\u00f6gren&#8217;s syndrome or medications like antidepressants and antihistamines can reduce tear production.<\/p>\n<h3>Other Factors<\/h3>\n<p>Insufficient sleep, stress, and reduced blinking frequency can also contribute to dry eye.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Daily Precautions to Prevent Dry Eye<\/h2>\n<dl>\n<dt>During Computer or Smartphone Use:<\/dt>\n<dd>\n                Take breaks every 20\u201330 minutes and consciously blink more often.\n            <\/dd>\n<dt>Maintain a Proper Environment:<\/dt>\n<dd>\n                Use a humidifier and prevent dry air from air conditioning or heating. Avoid direct airflow to your eyes.\n            <\/dd>\n<dt>Proper Contact Lens Use:<\/dt>\n<dd>\n                Follow recommended wearing times and switch to glasses if dryness occurs.\n            <\/dd>\n<dt>Balanced Lifestyle:<\/dt>\n<dd>\n                Get sufficient sleep and reduce eye strain.\n            <\/dd>\n<dt>Protect Your Eyes:<\/dt>\n<dd>\n                Wear sunglasses outdoors to shield your eyes from dryness and UV rays.\n            <\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/section>\n<section>\n<h2>Treatments for Dry Eye<\/h2>\n<p>The treatment for dry eye aims to relieve symptoms and maintain eye health.<\/p>\n<h3>Artificial Tears<\/h3>\n<p>This is the most common treatment to replenish eye moisture. Preservative-free options are often recommended.<\/p>\n<h3>Medication<\/h3>\n<p>If inflammation is a factor, steroid eye drops or immunosuppressants (e.g., cyclosporine eye drops) may be prescribed.<\/p>\n<h3>Punctal Plugs<\/h3>\n<p>These are inserted into tear ducts to reduce tear drainage and retain moisture in the eyes.<\/p>\n<h3>Lifestyle Adjustments<\/h3>\n<p>Managing environmental factors and limiting screen time can address underlying causes.<\/p>\n<h3>Nutritional Supplements<\/h3>\n<p>Omega-3 fatty acids, found in certain foods or supplements, can improve tear quality.<\/p>\n<h3>Other Treatments<\/h3>\n<p>In some cases, thermal therapy or massage may be used to promote the release of oil from glands in the eyelids.<br \/>Treatment plans vary depending on symptoms and underlying causes, so consulting an ophthalmologist is crucial to determine the most suitable approach.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<section class=\"yoyaku\" id=\"reserve\">\n<div class=\"title\">For Reservations and Inquiries<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex\">\n<div class=\"box\">\n<div class=\"text\"><span>\\<\/span>For After-Hours Matters, Please Click Here!<span>\/<\/span><\/div>\n<p>        <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/message\/BL6BW4ALMJK7E1\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"line_btn\">\n            Make an appointment via Whatsapp\n        <\/div>\n<p>        <\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"box\">\n<div class=\"text\"><span>\\<\/span>For Urgent Matters During Clinic Hours, Please Click Here!<span>\/<span><\/div>\n<p>        <a href=\"tel:+62 21 8665 6830\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"tel_btn\">\n            +62 21 8665 6830\n        <\/div>\n<p>        <\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"parent":950,"menu_order":0,"template":"","acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/opd\/952"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/opd"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/opd"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/opd\/950"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/dymmedicalclinic.id\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=952"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}