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We know that Meibomian gland dysfunction, or MGD, can play an undeniable role in dry eye disease and ocular discomfort. When Meibomian glands are unable to release their lipid-based oils into the tear film, our tears quickly evaporate and our eye is left feeling unnourished and uncomfortable. Part of guaranteeing […]
We’ve talked briefly about Meibomian gland dysfunction and how this aspect of dry eyes can impact vision. But even while knowing the basics, it can be difficult to understand how Meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) plays such a large role in dry eye symptoms. Symptoms such as burning and irritation are […]
Symptoms of dry eye disease and Meibomian gland dysfunction can be a significant burden on daily life. Artificial tears are most frequently the first line of treatment, but sometimes this treatment method is inadequate. If relief from artificial tears only lasts a short while, or if they do not provide […]
Millions of Americans have been diagnosed with Dry Eye Disease. For most of those people, their dry eyes are caused by a condition they’ve probably never heard of. Meibomian gland dysfunction, also referred to as MGD or meibomianitis, is the leading cause of dry eyes and can result in a […]
Symptoms of dry eye can include burning, itching, a ‘sandy feeling” in the eyes, or, ironically, watery eyes. Dry eye can become more prevalent as we collect more birthdays. Did you know that usually dry eye is not a problem with the water portion of your tears? 85% of the […]