HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Suggestions For The Dry Eyes After The Lasik Surgery

I recently added 10,000 mcg biotin and lutein 40mg to my vitamin regemen. I have had lasik surgery on my eyes in 2005 and have had trouble with dry eyes since. However lately it seems my left eye is much drier and affecting my vision. Any suggestions?
Fri, 2 May 2014
Report Abuse
Ophthalmologist 's  Response
Hello
It seems from the history that you are having dry eyes following lasik surgery.
Dry eyes is common following lasik surgery and it occurs because of decreased corneal sensation which occurs following lasik surgery as the lasik surgery involves the lifting of a corneal flap thus decreasing the tear secretions.
No need to worry, the treatment is easy and it responds very well to use of artificial tears eye drops. You can use it as frequently as one drop per one hour if the condition is severe.
If it is affecting the vision also, then it indicates that the condition is severe, hence I advice you to consult your eye surgeon for examination to assess the severity of the condition and treatment accordingly.

Thank you
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Recent questions on Biotin


Loading Online Doctors....
Suggestions For The Dry Eyes After The Lasik Surgery

Hello It seems from the history that you are having dry eyes following lasik surgery. Dry eyes is common following lasik surgery and it occurs because of decreased corneal sensation which occurs following lasik surgery as the lasik surgery involves the lifting of a corneal flap thus decreasing the tear secretions. No need to worry, the treatment is easy and it responds very well to use of artificial tears eye drops. You can use it as frequently as one drop per one hour if the condition is severe. If it is affecting the vision also, then it indicates that the condition is severe, hence I advice you to consult your eye surgeon for examination to assess the severity of the condition and treatment accordingly. Thank you