Dry eyes: a problem of modern times. MUDr. Ivo Ďurkovič, MPH, explains on Ranné správy RTVS what lies behind it
Are you troubled by a feeling of dryness in your eyes, a cutting or stinging sensation, or eye fatigue, especially after working at a computer? These very complaints are among the most common reasons why patients see an ophthalmologist. Why dry eye syndrome is becoming an increasingly widespread problem was discussed on the RTVS programme Ranné správy by the founder of iClinic and renowned expert in eye surgery, MUDr. Ivo Ďurkovič, MPH.
Why more and more people have dry eyes
According to Dr Ďurkovič, this is mainly due to today's lifestyle – long hours in front of screens, air-conditioned spaces, wearing contact lenses or certain systemic diseases.
"When looking at a monitor for a long time, we blink up to five times less than is natural. The surface of the eye is thus moistened less and the tear film is disrupted," explains MUDr. Ďurkovič.
Watch the full video of MUDr. Ivo Ďurkovič on Ranné správy RTVS – you will learn how to recognise and treat dry eyes.
How dry eye can be treated
The solution is not always the same for everyone. The doctor recommends starting with a comprehensive examination that will identify the cause of the problem – whether it is a lack of tears, their rapid evaporation or a disorder of the tear film."Today we have modern diagnostic devices as well as targeted treatment that helps patients in the long term," he adds.
If you feel burning, a cutting sensation or frequent redness of the eyes, do not wait until the condition gets worse. Book a comprehensive eye examination at iClinic and find out how to bring relief to your eyes.
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