Dry Eye Management Programme
Dry eye disease is a common condition that occurs when your tears aren't able to provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. This can lead to a range of uncomfortable symptoms, including irritation, redness, a gritty sensation, and even blurred vision. If left untreated, dry eye can significantly impact your quality of life and may even lead to vision problems.
At AKUH, our Dry Eye Management Programme offers comprehensive care and advanced treatment options to provide you with long-lasting relief.
Conditions We Treat
Our programme specialises in addressing a variety of retinal disorders, including:
- Dry eye disease: Including mild to severe cases, evaporative dry eye, aqueous deficient dry eye, and Meibomian gland dysfunction.
- Ocular surface disorders: Conditions affecting the surface of the eye, such as blepharitis (inflammation of the eyelids), conjunctivitis (pink eye), and corneal abrasions.
- Computer vision syndrome: Eye strain and dryness caused by prolonged screen use.
- Contact lens-related dry eye: Dry eye symptoms exacerbated by contact lens wear.
- Post-surgical dry eye: Dry eye following refractive surgery or other eye procedures.
Our Services
We offer a comprehensive range of services to meet your needs, including but not limited to:
- Comprehensive eye examination: Detailed evaluation of your eye health, including tear film assessment, corneal topography, and Meibomian gland analysis.
- Diagnostic tests: Utilising state-of-the-art technology to accurately diagnose the underlying cause of your dry eye.
- Personalised treatment plans: Tailored to your individual needs, including:
- Artificial tears and lubricants: A wide variety of options to supplement your natural tears.
- Prescription medications: To reduce inflammation and stimulate tear production.
- Punctal plugs: Tiny devices inserted into the tear ducts to conserve tears.
- Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy: Innovative treatment to improve Meibomian gland function.
- Thermal pulsation: A procedure to unclog and stimulate the Meibomian glands.
- Lifestyle and environmental modifications: Guidance on managing contributing factors.
- Patient education and counselling: Empowering you with knowledge about your condition and how to manage it effectively.
Our Multidisciplinary Team
Our services are delivered by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals, including:
- Ophthalmologists: Highly skilled eye surgeons who specialise in the diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma.
- Optometrists: Trained to perform eye exams and identify potential eye problems.
- Nurses: Dedicated to providing compassionate care and assisting with procedures.
To learn more about our highly trained and skilled experts, search on Find a Doctor under the speciality of Ophthalmology.
At AKUH, we are committed to providing compassionate and effective care for individuals suffering from dry eye. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards finding relief from dry eyes.
