A first-in-human pilot trial suggests umbilical cord–derived mesenchymal stem cell eye drops may safely improve symptoms and inflammation in refractory dry eye, including Sjögren’s syndrome.

Dry eye disease could affect 50–70% of the global population, yet remains largely under-recognised. Read on to know what is ...

Dry, itchy eyes are more than just a nuisance—they can blur your vision and make driving, reading and even just watching TV uncomfortable. For many, mild dry eyes are a minor annoyance and resolve ...

Most people don't spend much time thinking about their eyes until there's a problem — and then it's hard to think of anything else. Dry eye disease is one of those issues that's hard to ignore, ...

Many people believe that if they cannot cry easily, it means they are emotionally numb or disconnected. But that is not always true. Sometimes, the reason is purely medical. One common and often ...

Dry eye disease happens when the lacrimal glands do not make enough tears, or the tears do not have the right balance of ingredients to protect the eye surface. Tears are not just “water”. They help ...

This is a video synopsis/summary of a Stakeholder Summit involving: Ryan Haumschild, PharmD, MS, MBA; Jai G. Parekh, MD, MBA; and Alexander Kabiri, OD. Haumschild asks Parekh to compare recently ...

The angle between your iris and cornea is vital in maintaining eye health. A wide angle typically allows for proper fluid drainage, while a narrow angle can affect eye function. But there’s no ...

Many types of eye drops are available for treating dry eyes. Over-the-counter options are often effective. A doctor may recommend prescription options if they aren’t. Dry eye syndrome, also known as ...

Dry eye seems to be a straightforward disease—a physical lack of tears resulting in discomfort that is remedied by lubricants. In reality, dry eye disease is a multifactorial condition that follows a ...

Dr. Myrowitz answers the question: 'Causes of Dry Eye Syndrome?' Aug. 24, 2009— -- Question: What is dry eye syndrome, how common is it and what are some of the causes? Answer: Dry eye syndrome ...