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Neuropathic Ocular Pain: Beyond Dry Eye

Eye Pain That’s More Than Dry Eye: Understanding Neuropathic Ocular Pain Ever experienced a persistent burning or stinging sensation in your eyes that just won't go away? It might be more than just dry eyes or a common eye infection. You could be dealing with neuropathic ocular pain (NOP). This condition arises from nerve dysfunction in the eye's surface or…
María Romero
September 27, 2024
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PRP and Autologous Serum Eye Drops: Effective Dry Eye Solutions

Understanding the Benefits of PRP and Autologous Serum Eye Drops for Dry Eye Treatment Dry eye syndrome (DES) can be a frustrating and persistent condition, affecting daily activities and overall quality of life. While artificial tears, secretagogues, and anti-inflammatory eye drops have been widely used, recent advancements in treatment options have shown promising results, particularly with autologous serum (AS) and platelet-rich plasma (PRP) eye…
María Romero
July 31, 2024
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Do you sleep with your eyes open?

Lagophthalmos: Impact and Treatment Lagophthalmos, the inability to fully close the eyelids, is a condition that can significantly impact eye health, particularly during sleep. Nocturnal lagophthalmos, characterized by sleeping with partially open eyes, is a commonly underestimated concern that can lead to various issues affecting vision and overall eye comfort. Causes of Nocturnal Lagophthalmos: Nocturnal lagophthalmos can be triggered by…
María Romero
January 29, 2024
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Meibomian Glands: Crucial for Eye Health and Common Issues

Eyelid Glands and Eye Well-being Those tiny glands on the eyelid margin are called  Meibomian Glands and play a crucial role in maintaining the health of the eyes. Let's break down how these glands contribute to eye health and their involvement in certain eye problems: Meibomian Glands and Their Function: Meibomian glands are specialized oil glands located along the eyelid margins,…
María Romero
November 13, 2023
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Understanding the Connection Between Blepharospasm and Dry Eye: Insights and Solutions

Blepharospasm and dry eye are two distinct but sometimes interrelated eye conditions. Let's explore how they are related and how they can coexist: Blepharospasm: Blepharospasm is a neurological disorder characterized by involuntary, repetitive contractions of the eyelid muscles. These contractions can lead to uncontrollable blinking and, in severe cases, even forceful closure of the eyelids. It's typically unrelated to dry…
María Romero
September 18, 2023
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OptiLight by Lumenis

Dry eye disease is a widespread and common issue for up to 49 million Americans. This chronic condition can have a significant impact on your quality of life, causing a foreign body sensation in your eyes, pain, blurry vision, and dry or watery eyes. Untreated, it can even lead to further eye health complications.  Despite these constant detrimental effects on…
María Romero
February 3, 2022
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