Patient's question:
These days, my eyes have been feeling quite uncomfortable, especially very dry, and they are extremely itchy, making me constantly want to rub them. Throughout the day, I basically did nothing but rub my eyes. Later, I went to the hospital to see a doctor, who diagnosed me with dry eye disease. I had never heard of dry eye disease before. What is dry eye disease?Doctor's answer:
Dry eye syndrome, also known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca, primarily manifests as eye itching, dryness, increased tear discharge, and even recurring eye pain. Occasional recurrence does not necessarily indicate dry eye syndrome; it could also be due to overuse or conjunctivitis. Diagnosis can be made at the hospital ophthalmology department through tear secretion tests and slit lamp examinations. Maintain good eye care habits and avoid staying up late.