Why Is Dry Eye Disease More Common in Women?

Why Is Dry Eye Disease More Common in Women?

Do your eyes often feel dry, irritated, and gritty? Temporary dry eyes are often a result of wearing contact lenses or environmental factors such as spending time in a dry climate. On the other hand, dry eye disease is a medical condition that can lead to...
Are Your Contact Lenses Causing Dry Eye?

Are Your Contact Lenses Causing Dry Eye?

Contact lenses offer a convenient and effective solution for vision correction. However, they can sometimes lead to dry eye, a condition that can make wearing contacts uncomfortable. At Southern Eye Centers in Baton Rouge and Plaquemine, LA, we frequently encounter...
Can I Wear Contact Lenses with Dry Eye?

Can I Wear Contact Lenses with Dry Eye?

Do you suffer from dry eye and find it difficult to wear contact lenses? You’re not alone. Many people struggle with blurry vision, red, watery eyes, and discomfort when wearing contacts while dealing with dry eye syndrome. Because of the irritation, they may...
What Causes Gritty Eyes & How to Treat Them 

What Causes Gritty Eyes & How to Treat Them 

Do you know that feeling when your eyes feel scratchy or gritty like there’s sand in them? It’s called gritty eyes, and it’s a more common problem than you might think. Many things can cause gritty eyes, from environmental factors to medical...
Watery Eyes? It May Not Be What You Think

Watery Eyes? It May Not Be What You Think

If you’re like most people, you probably associate watery eyes with tearing up when you cry, watch a sad movie, or have allergies. But did you know that dry eye syndrome can also cause watery eyes? It sounds counterintuitive, but it’s true! In this blog post,...
Why Are My Eyes Itchy? It Might Be Dry Eye

Why Are My Eyes Itchy? It Might Be Dry Eye

Have your eyes been feeling itchier lately? Are you constantly rubbing your eyes and reaching for eye drops? If so, you’re not alone. Many people experience these symptoms, and they can be caused by different things like allergies, eye infections, or a change in the...