5 Natural Treatments for Dry Eyes| Eye Doctor Explains

Dry eyes can be truly debilitating, but the thought of lasers or machines to treat it might feel scary. Ophthalmologist, Dr. Rupa Wong (and a woman in her 40's so peak demographic to be a dry eye sufferer) explains ways to treat dry eyes naturally. #dryeyes #drrrupa #redeyes

Dr. Wong answers the following:

What causes dry eyes?
Why do women get worse dry eyes?
Are there natural treatments for dry eyes?
Why do I tear when my eyes are dry?

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[richardbornemann]

Here's another one, actually from my cornea specialist. During the warmer months, avoid sleeping close to an open window. The reason for this is that a considerable percentage of dry eye results from allergies (I happen to be an example). When you sleep close to an open window, environmental allergens can come in and cause inflammation that can reduce your tear production, according to my doctor. I had terrible dry eye and was tested for allergies, then got immunotherapy (under the tongue, not injections). After about a year, my dry eye dramatically resolved and now hardly have any issues now for last 7 years. If you have difficult to treat dry eye, and think you have allergies of some sort, get tested for allergies by an allergist.

[nancyrnair]

Great video. Very informative ..i get anxiety about my dry eyes. Its something new for me. Thank you

[ashleyhart]

This is fascinating! I struggle with dry eye and I've had people recommend a compress but I didn't understand how it would help. Thanks to you, now I get it! Thanks for all of the great tips!

[judithsparks]

I've been using Restasis and liquid tears as prescribed. Still having major issues. I have hypothyroid. I've been referred to a dry eye specialist to rest further. Can't get an appointment until July but I'm willing to wait. Everything you describe is me and my eyes. Thanks for this info. Looking forward to your next video.

[ralpha]

I drink loads of water and always get dry eyes my sodium levels aren’t that high. Eyes are very tricky to understand. I think sleep deprivation does play a part with eye Issues.

[CarolynMckenzie-nn]

Thanks i had a serious head injury and ive got dry eyes and using Refresh Optive and Liquidgel and it still dry
Thanks I feel better after watching this video and i will worry less and relax more as everything heals

[woodbark]

Wow ! Wow ! Thank you Dr. Rupa for this detailed explanation - I am now on the road to recovery thanks to your counsel !

[susanwarren]

You don't mention myobiome gland disfunction. When there aren't enough oils from oil ducts coating the eyes it results in dry eyes. It is vital to address the root cause.

[janekasdan]

Do you know a moisturizer I can use around my eyes that will not irritate my eyes and ok for contact lenses. Castor oil at night is the Only thing I can use … so far 🙏

[ItWillRainXO]

Thank you!! This is extremely helpful!!

[Leonardoify]

Was prescribed eye drops …I went to pick up even though it was a generic I had to leave it because it was $500.00. It’s so bad the eye dr. said my eye is dry only after 2 seconds after blinking when a normality it would be 10. I make to much to get it free or a discount but not enough to cover the cost unless I want to live under a bridge. Pretty sad for someone who worked for the government since the age of nineteen.

[L.i.s.a....]

Happy Mother's Day, Dr. Rupa! Hope you had a beautiful day!

[bonnieheinz]

Excellent informative video. Looking forward to the next installation. Thank you

[bluerazz]

Can you tell us the every day names of the Omega 3 suppliments. I have NO idea what to look for. Fish oil? What kind of fish oil.

[HereWeGoAgain]

There is no mention of Demodex Mites mostly active at night. Also using your own blood serum to create your own tears. Yes, water is good, omega 3, cool mist humidifier,

[sandyj]

Thank you for your excellent videos. We found this very helpful and look forward to the next segment you do on intervention for dry eyes.

[jeanjackson]

Yes, very very helpful, fans, I must watch that, plus, keep the dust away.. I live in an old building, which does not help ! Thank you, vitamins, I will start checking out as well ! Thank you Dr Wong …

[socorrodeloach]

Thank you for these great information! 👍🏼

[delighteze]

Thank you so much, was well explained.

[fefemyluv]

Can you discuss the common reasons for red eyes, Doctor? My eyes seem to always be red or have some semblance of redness. I’ve cut back on rubbing them and my allergies are in tact. Would love to hear your thoughts on general reasons for red eyes! Thank you for this information as usual!