Category: Dry Eye

Can Contacts Cause Dry Eyes?

Posted on October 3, 2024 (October 3, 2024) by Dr. Bill Barnes

An adult rubs their irritated eye and wonders if they dryness is related to their contact lens wear.

Contacts can cause dry eyes and exacerbate existing dry eye symptoms.
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IPL Dry Eye Treatment Side Effects

Posted on August 30, 2024 (August 30, 2024) by Dr. Bill Barnes

Close up of a young woman's dry, red eyes due to dry eyes.

To treat dry eyes, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy uses specific wavelengths of light to help improve the quality of your tears and reduce dryness. However, like any medical treatment, IPL for dry eye comes with potential side effects, including:

Temporary discomfort
Redness and swelling
Sensitivity to light
Skin reactions
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