Treatments for Ocular Surface Disease You May Not Know About
“Ocular surface disease” refers to a group of conditions that occur on the front layers of the eye, involving the tear film, the cornea, conjunctiva or eyelids. Some of these problems start as a minor irritation but can become worse, even leading to vision loss in some cases. The common ocular surface diseases we see include dry eyes, blepharitis, Sjogren’s syndrome, and rosacea. These disorders can occur along with other eye conditions such as glaucoma or cataracts, or they may occur on their own. Either way, it is essential to treat ocular surface disease to increase the patient’s comfort and prevent complications. Here are five treatments for an ocular surface disease you may not have known about before.
