Dry Eyes Treatment

What Is Dry Eye?

Dry eye is a disease in which the tear film is either unstable or insufficient, thus leaving the surface of the eye dry and easily irritated. The result of this disruption is blurred or fluctuating vision, light sensitivity, burning, and a constant feeling that something is trapped in the eye. Once the tears cannot cover the surface correctly, visual comfort and clarity start to decrease daily. Once the tear film is destroyed, the eye surface becomes dry which results in the burning, itching, watering, sensitivity to light and temporary visual oscillations. The reasons are usually multifactorial, including both age-related changes and screen use, environmental triggers, pharmacological causes, autoimmune diseases or the dysfunction of the eyelid glands. Due to the fact that dry eye may be caused by a combination of multiple factors, a careful assessment is required in identifying the underlying cause. It is necessary to establish routine care with an ophthalmologist or optometrist and to effectively control symptoms as well as to prevent long-term discomfort in the eyes and vision.

Identifying Dry Eye: Key Signs & Symptoms

Dry eye usually makes one imagine that there is something caught in the eye that cannot get out. This feeling can either be scratchy, gritty or sandy. You may notice any of the following symptoms:

Blurry or Fluctuating Vision: Vision shifts throughout the day, especially after long screen use or reading.
Burning or Stinging: A persistent warm or irritated sensation across the surface of the eyes.
Light Sensitivity (Photophobia): Bright sunlight, screens, or headlights feel unusually harsh or uncomfortable.
Stringy Mucus Discharge: Thick or sticky strands of mucus collect in the corners of the eyes.
Watery Eyes (Epiphora): Paradoxical tearing occurs when the eye overproduces water due to lack of oil from meibomian glands, creating excess tears but not resolving the underlying dryness.

Dr. Yatri Pandya Bhavsar

MS Ophthalmology, FCORS

Specialist in Cornea Transplant, Ocular Surface, Cataract, and Refractive Surgeries, performed with advanced technology and state-of-the-art equipment.

Professional Experience

Dr. Nagpal’s Retina Foundation (Shahibaug)

Shivyaa Superspecialty Hospital (Gota)

Dr. Nagpal’s Centre for Cornea, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad

GMERS Medical College & Sola Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad

Different Types of Dry Eye Disease

Aqueous-Deficient Dry Eye

Occurs when the lacrimal glands fail to produce sufficient watery (aqueous) tears. This causes loss of the middle level of the tear film, resulting in dryness, irritation, and intermittent vision. Patients also experience a scratchy feeling and often feel uncomfortable when engaging in prolonged visual activities.

Evaporative Dry Eye

Occurs when the tears dry up too quickly, which is typically due to dysfunction of the meibomian glands. These glands usually provide the oil layer that does not allow rapid evaporation. The tear film is disintegrated more rapidly when it is blocked or inflamed, resulting in burning, stinging, and excessive reflex watering.

Mixed Dry Eye

A combination of reduced tear production and an unstable tear film. There is a reduced amount of tears produced by the eyes, and the ones produced do not remain long enough to cover the surface. The combination of both mechanisms contributes to the persistence of the symptoms and possibly, a multi-step treatment plan.

Causes of Dry Eye

Diagnosis & Treatment at Shivyaa Hospital

Our Diagnostic Process

The first step to managing dry eye is an accurate and thorough diagnosis. Our approach is detailed yet comfortable for every patient.

Detailed Symptom & History Review: We begin with a structured questionnaire covering your symptoms, their duration, triggers, medical history, and related issues like dry mouth, fatigue, ulcers, or joint pain.
Complete Eye Examination: Our specialists assess the surface of your eyes, eyelids, blinking pattern, and tear film quality under magnification to identify signs of tear deficiency or instability.
Evaluation of Contributing Factors: We check for associated problems such as allergies, blepharitis, chronic viral infections, or autoimmune conditions like Sjögren’s syndrome.

Our Targeted Treatment Philosophy

Using the results, we create an individualized treatment plan that will correct the symptoms and cause.

Artificial Tears: Lubricating drops enhance tear stability, reduce dryness, and provide soothing comfort across all levels of severity.
Anti-Inflammatory Medications: These medications reduce ocular surface inflammation and help increase tear output in mild dry eye conditions.
Topical Corticosteroids: Short-term steroid use helps manage severe irritation but is avoided long-term due to potential complications.
Topical Cyclosporine A: Cyclosporine boosts natural tear production and reduces chronic dryness, irritation, and fluctuating vision.
Antibiotics: Used to treat meibomian gland dysfunction by increasing oil secretion and reducing inflammation caused by dryness.
Punctal Plugs: Tiny plugs slow tear drainage, improving moisture retention and maintaining surface hydration throughout the day.
Surgical Options: Advanced procedures protect the cornea, restore the eye surface, and help manage severe cases unresponsive to standard treatments.

Happy with opthalmologist as found good diagnosis. And good explanation to us. My family is happy with results.

The experience was great! The staff and the doctor were really helpful and kind!

મારી સાસુમાને આંખમાં તકલીફ થઈ હતી. જેની ટ્રીટમેન્ટ સારી રીતે મળી અને અત્યારે આંખમાં ખૂબ જ સારું છે. ડોક્ટર યાત્રીબેન ભાવસાર નું કામકાજ સરસ છે.

Dr. Yatri is very kind. She explained everything in detail and treated my father perfectly. Highly recommended for all eye problems.

Ham madam ke pass treatment ke liye Aaye The madam ne bahut acchi treatment Di aur madam ka nature aur Hospital ka environment bahut achcha hai madam ne treatment bahut acche se ki

When to Seek Medical Attention for Eye Problems

Immediately consult ophthalmology specialists in case of the following warning signs because it could be indicative of a severe eye condition that has to be addressed immediately:

Severe Pain

Persistent or severe eye pain, not relieved by rest or over-the-counter eye drops.

Vision Loss

Partial or complete sudden vision loss may indicate retinal, optic nerve, or vascular emergencies.

Redness & Swelling

Bright redness, swelling, or pus-like discharge may signal serious infection or inflammatory eye condition.

Eye Trauma

New flashes, floaters, or blind spots in vision may indicate retinal detachment or serious damage.

Flashes & Floaters

Sudden double vision, numbness, or weakness may suggest neurological, muscular, or vascular eye-related issues.

Why Choose Shivyaa Hospital for Expert Care?

Advanced Diagnostic Technologies

State-of-the-art imaging and interactive diagnostic equipment allow accurate assessment of eyes, bones, joints, or muscles. Precise diagnosis ensures effective treatment and accelerates recovery.

Personalized Treatment Plans

Individualized care plans are designed based on each patient’s symptoms and root causes. This guarantees optimal treatment for eye conditions, fractures, arthritis, or joint injuries.

24/7 Emergency Services

Round-the-clock emergency care provides immediate attention for acute eye diseases, trauma, fractures, or joint injuries, preventing complications and promoting faster recovery.

Expertise in Patient Care

Skilled specialists enhance treatment success rates for complex eye or orthopedic conditions, ensuring quicker recovery, improved function, and long-term health.