{"id":913,"date":"2026-09-30T06:38:01","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T03:38:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:5000\/afectiuni-ale-ochiului-test\/sindromul-de-ochi-uscat-test\/"},"modified":"2026-09-30T23:51:54","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T20:51:54","slug":"sindromul-de-ochi-uscat","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/inocare.ro\/en\/eye-conditions\/dry-eye-syndrome\/","title":{"rendered":"Dry Eye Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention"},"content":{"rendered":"

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[vc_custom_heading text=”What is dry eye syndrome?” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” el_class=”text-center inocare-vision-test__heading”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Dry eye syndrome is a common eye condition characterized by reduced tear film quality or quantity. This problem occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears, when tears evaporate too quickly, or when tear quality is impaired, affecting visual comfort and the health of the ocular surface.<\/p>\n

Although often considered a minor discomfort, dry eye can significantly affect quality of life, causing difficulties with daily activities such as reading, working at a computer, or driving.<\/p>\n

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Tears are not just water. They form a complex tear film<\/b>, consisting of three layers:
\u2022 mucin<\/b> \u2013 adheres to the surface of the cornea and helps distribute tears evenly;
\u2022 aqueous<\/b> \u2013 the thickest layer, responsible for transporting oxygen and nutrients, as well as protecting against harmful agents;
\u2022 lipid<\/b> \u2013 the outer layer, which prevents excessive evaporation and reduces friction between the eyelids and the eye surface.
Any imbalance in these layers leads to the onset of dry eye. <\/p>\n

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[vc_custom_heading text=”Types of dry eye syndrome” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:center” el_class=”text-center inocare-vision-test__heading”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Specialists classify the condition into two main forms:
\u2022 Hypolacrima<\/b> \u2013 when the lacrimal glands produce too few tears;
\u2022 Dyslacrima<\/b> \u2013 when tears evaporate excessively, making it the most common form.<\/p>\n

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[vc_custom_heading text=”Causes of dry eye syndrome” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left” el_class=”inocare-vision-test__heading”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The factors that can contribute to dry eye syndrome are numerous:<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Aging<\/b> \u2013 as the years pass, the lacrimal glands atrophy;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Menopause and hormonal imbalances<\/b> \u2013 particularly affect women;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Wearing contact lenses<\/b> \u2013 increases tear evaporation;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Eyelid conditions<\/b> \u2013 such as chronic blepharitis;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Medications<\/b> \u2013 antidepressants, antihistamines, antihypertensives, diuretics, etc.;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Environmental factors<\/b> \u2013 exposure to air conditioning, smoke, dust, high temperatures, or low humidity;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Intensive visual activities <\/b>\u2013 prolonged computer use, reading, or playing video games reduces blinking frequency;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Eye surgery<\/b> \u2013 which may alter the structures involved in tear secretion or distribution.<\/p>\n

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[vc_custom_heading text=”Diagnosis” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left” el_class=”inocare-vision-test__heading”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The diagnosis of dry eye syndrome<\/b> is relatively simple and non-invasive and includes:<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>objective methods: paraclinical diagnosis (measurement of visual acuity, TBUT \u2013 the test that measures tear film breakup time, fluorescein staining of the tear film, FBUT, thermography, measurement of tear osmolarity, tear evaporation rate, etc.);<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>subjective methods that assess the severity of the disease based on the frequency and number of symptoms experienced and reported by the patient (evaluation questionnaires, OSDI – OCULAR SURFACE DISEASE INDEX).<\/p>\n

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[vc_custom_heading text=”Symptoms:” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left” el_class=”inocare-vision-test__heading”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The manifestations of dry eye syndrome vary, but the most common include:<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>a gritty or foreign-body sensation in the eyes;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>burning and itching;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>sensitivity to light (photophobia);<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>difficulty opening the eyelids in the morning;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>difficult or frequent blinking;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>blurred vision that improves after blinking;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>eye redness.<\/p>\n

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Symptoms may be aggravated by environmental factors such as wind, air conditioning, cigarette smoke, or pollution. <\/p>\n

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[vc_custom_heading text=”Therapeutic approach” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left” el_class=”inocare-vision-test__heading”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

The way dry eye syndrome is treated is determined by the severity and specific cause of the condition. In general, it includes:<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Artificial tears<\/b> (eye drops or gels) with moisturizing and lubricating properties.<\/p>\n

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There is a wide variety of artificial tears, either simple or containing multiple active ingredients. The gold standard for tear replacement therapy is the use of hyaluronic acid, which not only lubricates the ocular surface but also promotes faster healing of corneal lesions and has anti-inflammatory properties. More recently, more stable forms of hyaluronic acid have appeared on the market, namely artificial tears with cross-linked hyaluronic acid, whose composition is six times more stable than that of ordinary hyaluronic acid, providing patients with longer retention on the eye surface, more intense lubrication, increased stability, and more pronounced healing of corneal lesions.<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Combined products with anti-inflammato<\/b>ry agents, when \u201cred eye\u201d is also present;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Protective measures:<\/b> regular breaks from computer use, air humidifiers, and avoiding direct exposure to drafts;<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>Treatment of associat<\/b>ed conditions (blepharitis, hormonal disorders, etc.);<\/p>\n

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\u2022\t<\/span>In more severe cases, the ophthalmologist may recommend advanced therapies or specific medical procedures.<\/p>\n

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[vc_custom_heading text=”Conclusion” font_container=”tag:h2|text_align:left” el_class=”inocare-vision-test__heading”][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Dry eye syndrome should not be ignored. Although it may initially seem like only a minor discomfort, if not properly treated it can lead to complications and reduced quality of life.<\/p>\n

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An ophthalmological consultation<\/b> is essential for an accurate diagnosis and for establishing the appropriate treatment. <\/p>\n

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