Yes, I would say you are overdoing it. Get one like this: Bruder Moist Heat Eye Compress | Microwave Activated | Fast Acting and Effective Relief for Dry Eye and Other Eye Irritation
Better still, I use this one but there are other options:
https://www.amazon.com/DRY-EYE-MASK-Wizard-Research/dp/B07X58XS45
Hope this helps
Check this Dry eye App out. 6 Dry eye exercises including Eye Blinking. Should relieve eye strain and dryness in 5 mins. You can use the EyeBlinking for Free.
iphone Link: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/eyebuddy-eye-exercise-plans/id1557819894
android link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.eyebuddy.eye_buddy
Hey I made an app for mild to moderate dry eyes and also helps relief eye strain from computers. There are free daily eye exercises. Would you mind checking it out and you can tell me if it helped you.
iphone version: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/eyebuddy-eye-exercise-plans/id1557819894
android version: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.eyebuddy.eye_buddy
Free download.
Hi bro, i made an eye app to relief this eye strain from game that you talking about. It should relief your eyes and help increase the tear production so you can game a bit long. Would you check it out. Its a Free app. ( if you dont get relief in 5 mins you can cancel it, but i kinda guarantee you might feel better)
iOS link: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/eyebuddy-eye-exercise-plans/id1557819894
android link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.eyebuddy.eye_buddy
Thanks - does this mask put pressure on the eye globe?
I got this one from the optician but it put way too much pressure on my eyes which I was worried would cause corneal warping, so I stopped using it.
Ironically it was the desire to be as careful as possible and avoid damaging my eyes which led me to the above method. Thought I was safe since flannels don’t retain much heat and I wasn’t putting pressure on my eyes. It seems I can’t get anything right. Either I’ll apply too much heat and damage my corneas or not enough and my glands will die, and I have no way of determining the middle ground. I’m on the point of just giving up tbh. Everything I do seems to make things worse.
Thermalon is solid from Amazon. Get the larger size. They add mild pressure, it helps to get the heat evenly. Nope, i just use my wrists to feel for the heat before placing it on after microwaving for 33-36 seconds, depending on how soon I'm going to use it.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000E57CWA?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I would recommend Omega 7 sea buckthorn oil as this helps with the cause, not the symptoms like most people will recommend you do. Seriously. It really does help.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Pharma-Nord-Omega-Buckthorne-vegicapsules/dp/B000GY77ZG
Partner this with some sort of Acidophilus supplement to promote friendly bacteria and help fight inflammation. Take these products for around 6 months + along with a good quality omega 3.
I'm just over 3 months in to treatment and have noticed huge improvements. I only use eye drops once a day before bed now compared to March time when I literally couldn't keep my eyes open.
I use a heated eye pad and massage my eyes afterward. I use this one but there are other options:
https://www.amazon.com/DRY-EYE-MASK-Wizard-Research/dp/B07X58XS45 My wife has used an earlier version for several years now.
That said I would think if you have significant blockage you need to be looking at one of these:
Lipiflow, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL), or Meibomian Gland Probing.
warm compresses! Amazon Oasis eye pads... heat up 7-10 minutes in microwave... leave on for 7-10 minutes... let them cool off for a few seconds... it is supposed to be hot but see if you can stand it... then gently massage lids by gently pinching ...( like you are picking up the wings of a butterfly) along the upper and lower lids where the glands are https://www.amazon.com/Oasis-REST-RELIEF-Eye-Mask/dp/B01E6NRM3E
do this 3 times a week or everyday... you can put the eye pads on a paper towel in the micro
I bought this one, it came with a glass rod that will drip but not exactly a dropper. Messy but it got the job done, you just have no control over how much will drip off. So I put some in an empty eye drop bottle (taking care to not contaminate anything) and that's worked really well.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06X18521Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It is likely probable or maybe even certain there is long term damage from IPL before one has had Meibomian gland probing. Then there is likely short term symptom relief from IPL for some or maybe many as well. Plain office lid expression treatments can result in long term damage with short term gain as well.
Since the Toyos protocol requires lid expression after each IPL treatment, clearly there is at least a risk of damage to the Meibomian glands just from that. I am getting this thinking from the work of Dr. Maskin who has written that IPL and lid expression is damaging at least until after one has Meibomian gland probing completed.
I would say the game changer for me was reading Dr. Maskin’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time after 10+ years with dry eye disease and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” at Amazon see here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
Click on the image of the book and it opens to a file and scroll down so you can read the Table of Contents, Preface, and Chapter 1 on “Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, The Most Common Factor in Dry Eye”. Then scroll even further down thru the Bibliography and into the Index to get an even better sense of how deep the book goes into Dry Eye Disease.
Retain eye drops are superior ot anything refresh put out. When I have a fan on mt at night, I use these:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01J6JELTG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1 They are easy to get used to when you have severe dry eyes
OR just try a simple mask.
I have to use serum eye drops, which are make with my own blood.
I would say the game changer for me was reading Dr. Maskin’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time after 10+ years with dry eye disease and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” at Amazon see here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
Click on the image of the book and it opens to a file and scroll down so you can read the Table of Contents, Preface, and Chapter 1 on “Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, The Most Common Factor in Dry Eye”. Then scroll even further down thru the Bibliography and into the Index to get an even better sense of how deep the book goes into Dry Eye Disease.
The best defense is being educated in the matter I figure. Then you are asking from a base of good information you can cite to the doctor.
Maybe you have read Maskin's new book. I would say the game changer for me was reading Dr. Maskin’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time after 10+ years with dry eye disease and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” at Amazon see here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
Click on the image of the book and it opens to a file and scroll down so you can read the Table of Contents, Preface, and Chapter 1 on “Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, The Most Common Factor in Dry Eye”. Then scroll even further down thru the Bibliography and into the Index to get an even better sense of how deep the book goes into Dry Eye Disease.
Sorry to read of your situation. Being an educated consumer is really important in my experience. I would say the game changer for me was reading Dr. Maskin’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time after 10+ years with dry eye disease and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” at Amazon see here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
Click on the image of the book and it opens to a file and scroll down so you can read the Table of Contents, Preface, and Chapter 1 on “Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, The Most Common Factor in Dry Eye”. Then scroll even further down thru the Bibliography and into the Index to get an even better sense of how deep the book goes into Dry Eye Disease.
Hope this is useful to you.
Yes, I put it in the eye, as indicated. Here’s the drops:
You could search Manuka on this sub as there is a huge amount of posts on it. I don't know anything about your situation and I am not a doctor. My concern for you is that you need to take a deep dive into what DED is about. Manuka probably is a short term solution at best.
I would say the game changer for me was reading Dr. Maskin’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time after 10+ years with dry eye disease and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” at Amazon see here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
Click on the image of the book and it opens to a file and scroll down so you can read the Table of Contents, Preface, and Chapter 1 on “Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, The Most Common Factor in Dry Eye”. Then scroll even further down thru the Bibliography and into the Index to get an even better sense of how deep the book goes into Dry Eye Disease. Then make a decision if you think it is good for you or not.
Maybe you need to take a deep dive into dry eye disease and become a more educated consumer. I would say the game changer for me was reading Dr. Maskin’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time after 10+ years with dry eye disease and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” at Amazon see here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
Click on the image of the book and it opens to a file and scroll down so you can read the Table of Contents, Preface, and Chapter 1 on “Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, The Most Common Factor in Dry Eye”. Then scroll even further down thru the Bibliography and into the Index to get an even better sense of how deep the book goes into Dry Eye Disease.
I don't have a clue about what might be going on with you and I thought you might want to look over this resource. I am also sure you have Googled a lot about "photophobia" since this problem may not be about dry eye at all is possible.
Glad you have found something that helps your symptoms. I did Lipiflow 3x in 5 years. It worked well for me in the short term to improve and ward off symptoms. Lipiflow is not a cure nor is TearCare or iLux. Unfortunately it was $1,000 each time (I have read as low as $800 on this sub) although that included a BlephEx like treatment as well. It was pay for it at the time of service. Some practices have a method for you to get a loan for medical treatments through a third party and you make payments that way.
I would say the game changer for me was reading Dr. Maskin’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time after 10+ years with dry eye disease and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” at Amazon see here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
Click on the image of the book and it opens to a file and scroll down so you can read the Table of Contents, Preface, and Chapter 1 on “Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, The Most Common Factor in Dry Eye”. Then scroll even further down thru the Bibliography and into the Index to get an even better sense of how deep the book goes into Dry Eye Disease.
If you want to really understand what is going on this book will do that.
I have not had a "pop" sensation like you describe. I have had meibomian gland probing and the "pop" sound does happen in some glands, but not all, with gland probing. It sounds more like say Kellogg's Rice Krispies when it happens.
If you are at the point you are considering meibomian gland probing it is not so easy to find a doctor that can do that well. Also not all doctors think probing is a good idea. Particularly if you have it done with someone who is not experienced in the procedure or using the best protocol.
I would say the game changer for me was reading Dr. Maskin’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time after 10+ years with dry eye disease and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” see here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
Hope this is useful.
I have not read how much warmer it should be anywhere. I would think maybe 3 to 5 degrees more would work. We are not talking about a large distance. Now I will say some doctors don't recommend warm compresses for everyone. It depends on what one has for issues. I stopped doing it when Dr. Mastin told me to stop. In his book he writes this about warm compresses:
Maskin Warm Compress Procedure on Page 331
Follow these guidelines if your doctor recommends warm compresses for your Meibomian glands:
• Always begin by washing your hands.
• Use a clean cloth. Avoid using cloths washed with scented detergents or dried with scented dryer sheets, as the scents can be irritating.
• Generally, warm damp compresses are best for Meibomian glands. You can warm the cloth in a microwave or even a regular oven or toaster oven, but be sure it doesn’t burn.
• The cloth should be warm, not hot.
• Place the cloth over your closed eyes without applying pressure. Leave it there as long as your doctor has prescribed.
Dr. Maskin has this to say about Warm Compresses and massage of the eyes after the heating...from page 236 of his latest book:
”In my opinion, massage is not generally necessary, because under healthy conditions, blinking naturally squeezes the glands correctly.”
Also “…patients sometimes report warm compresses exacerbate symptoms. This can happen in glands constricted by periductal fibrosis, because the increased blood flow to glands caused by heat can increase intraductal pressure behind the stricture. If warm compresses cause symptoms to worsen, patients should discontinue therapy.
If you want to learn more about how to deal with dry eye disease this is a great option:
"Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved" available here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
Hope this is helpful.
I feel this!! I have MGD and for a while I didn’t wear makeup because I felt too scared. My optician told me that as long as I’m still doing my dry-eye treatment I should be fine, and to avoid excessive use of powders near the eye area/don’t line your waterline to further obstruct the glands. I use a cream concealer underneath my eyes and mascara and I have no problems, just take it off properly. I use micellar water to take off the bulk, then finish with Blephasol to get any remaining makeup off/soothe my eyes. I think as long as you’re sensible and don’t use too much, you should be fine.
You may be thinking What is manuka, honey?
Manuka Honey is the Best, Purest, and Healthiest Type of honey!
Manuka honey, is a type of honey that originates from certain parts of Australia and New Zealand. Manuka honey has antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
Thanks to its antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, manuka honey can be used to help treat wounds, improve your oral health, soothe a sore throat and treat ulcers and acne, and many more.
But finding good and genuine manuka honey in the Indian market is very challenging.
We have tried many brands but at last, we found Pryme Health UMF 5+ Certified 100% Pure Manuka Honey which according to me is the best in the Indian market and the only brand which sources honey directly from New Zealand. and there each Jar comes with a certificate to track the authenticity.
I will recommend everyone who is looking for pure and healthy honey to try out Pryme Health’s Manuka Honey.
Sorry to read of your troubles. I would say the game changer for me, after 10+ years of dealing with dry eye, was reading Steven Maskin M.D.’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” see here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
If one is dealing with moderate to severe dry eye disease I think this book is a must read to be an educated patient.
This is what I have been using for over 4 months now. At first, I was using the little mascara brush that is included to coat my lashes. Now, I just put a large drop of oil on my ring finger and tap it together with my other ring finger then just start from my upper eyelid crease and gently pull my fingers down across my closed eyes to under my lower lashes. Open my eyes and make sure I have the oil covering my lids. Then I put just a little honey into each eye and wait for the burn! Then, I close my eyes and gently rub the oil around my lids again. If my eyes are still burning (pretty much always) I will dab a cold washcloth onto each closed lid. Hope this helps you. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08VWLFJJ9/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_search\_asin\_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
First I would say not everyone benefits from warm compresses. Also some people overdo it...I did until I learned better. Are you massaging the eyes after the warm compresses as well? What are you using for the warm compress? Did a doctor tell you to do the warm compresses or you picked it up online?
Dr. Maskin has this to say about Warm Compresses from page 236 of his latest book:
”In my opinion, massage is not generally necessary, because under healthy conditions, blinking naturally squeezes the glands correctly.”
Also “…patients sometimes report warm compresses exacerbate symptoms. This can happen in glands constricted by periductal fibrosis, because the increased blood flow to glands caused by heat can increase intraductal pressure behind the stricture. If warm compresses cause symptoms to worsen, patients should discontinue therapy.
Maskin Warm Compress Procedure on Page 331
Follow these guidelines if your doctor recommends warm compresses for your Meibomian glands:
• Always begin by washing your hands.
• Use a clean cloth. Avoid using cloths washed with scented detergents or dried with scented dryer sheets, as the scents can be irritating.
• Generally, warm damp compresses are best for Meibomian glands. You can warm the cloth in a microwave or even a regular oven or toaster oven, but be sure it doesn’t burn.
• The cloth should be warm, not hot.
• Place the cloth over your closed eyes without applying pressure. Leave it there as long as your doctor has prescribed.
If you want to learn more about how to deal with dry eye disease this is a great option:
"Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved" available here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
Hi there, I'd suggest getting amber glasses or blue light glasses.
I have these blue light glasses from Amazon
Some people on this sub use a much stronger version that are amber.Here is an example.I haven't used these personally. My understanding is the Amber is stronger, more medical grade.
Hello! This is the one I get - I searched what were the best ones, and with low sugar. It's not the lowest sugar one out there, but pretty low, and tastes great! I drink one a day in a glass of water and it gives me a nice lift and helps me from feeling overly thirsty. (You can make your own too, but I'm too lazy for that. :))
https://www.amazon.com/HydroMATE-Electrolyte-Hydration-Accelerator-Rehydrate/dp/B09GL1QCPS
If you try it , or find a better one even, please let me know about it! Good luck.
I think your situation is more complex than anyone can answer on the internet. I would say the game changer for me, after 10 years of dealing with dry eye, was reading Steven Maskin M.D.’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” see here:
If one is dealing with moderate to severe dry eye disease I think this book is a must read to be an educated patient. Just a guy on the internet who has learned from the school of hard knocks.
Not exactly. A meibomian gland is like a tube and somewhat flexible like a balloon but not as flexible as a balloon. As the gland declines in functioning some begin to develop scar tissue that blocks part of the gland lower down from the opening creating a part of the gland from the point of the scaring to the bottom of the gland now is like a balloon now that is being put under pressure when the doctor does the expression of the lids. This pressure can/does lead to the balloon maybe bursting or can/does lead to further inflammation and pain from the irritation of the gland. At the same time the part of the gland that is not blocked but has dysfunction due to the causes releases the old that has been blocked and at least in the short run performs better for some period of time. Thus the procedure can improve things in the short run but make things worse in the long run. See this page and website for more her:
https://mgdi.com/mg-probing-overview-physicians
There are multiple causes for the meibomian glands to become dysfunctional and ultimately atrophy. If those causes are not addressed the gland will get worse over time. I would say the game changer for me, after 10 years of dealing with dry eye, was reading Steven Maskin M.D.’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” see here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339/ref=sr\_1\_1?crid=2QGLBND9XZK70&keywords=your+dry+eye+mystery+solved+book&qid=1669217547&sprefix=you+dry+eye+mys%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-1
If one is dealing with moderate to severe dry eye disease I think this book is a must read to be an educated patient. I hope this hits the spot for you.
I would say the game changer for me, after 10 years of dealing with dry eye, was reading Steven Maskin M.D.’s new book linked below. I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” see here:
If one is dealing with something other than mild dry eye disease I think this book is a must read to be an educated patient.
Something like this should work https://www.amazon.com/Flashlight-Powerful-Astronomy-Aviation-Observation-Black/dp/B06X3SY4LG/
I put the beam on the widest setting and hold it in front of my face and wave it around. 30s per day is good for me, some people do 3 minutes per week. For a few minutes afterwards things will look green.
I can tell you as a Type 1 Diabetic (the bad kind, inject insulin or die) that I have to prick my fingers five to 10 times a day anyway, and you won't lose a significant amount of blood from it. I've never had a finger get infected, washing your hands works just fine. There are better (cheap) lancets to use: you want the spring-loaded kind that looks like a fat ball-point pen. Rotate your fingers and don't keep drawing blood from the same exact spot over and over again. Anyway, I just tried the FAB from the youtube video in the comments and so far so good! Feels a little weird to wipe blood into your eye but hey, whatever works...
Better lancet. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00T4VJNDG/
I use this one: https://www.hammacher.com/product/ideal-temperature-dry-eye-relief-mask
I also usually take a hygienic sheet like this to put between my lids and the mask: https://www.amazon.com/Bruder-Hygienic-Individually-Wrapped-Untreated/dp/B07BWKYGK1/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?adgrpid=56349205659&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI36_5rZu9-wIVFcDICh01aQb7EAAYASAAEgJH_fD_BwE&hvadid=274748846095&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9001994&h...
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09K7L1P78/ I use this one, it's been working great so far. I charge it for about half an hour every couple of weeks.
Cheaper alternative that's supposed to be just as good: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LBL172C?crid=1CFGVGENSOYZI&sprefix=aroma&linkCode=sl1&tag=greateblessi_allergyhelp-20&linkId=78c3bcc5bd0b2d19517be32644b05ec9&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl
Saw it in this video: https://youtu.be/iBVgQpKKbE4
Made my eyes gritty. After exploring tons of eye drops, for myself, I ended up with 45% serum eye drops and got a small cooler to keep them cold next to my bed to use at night along with goggles that I wear to keep the air out of them while i sleep. Some ppl love them, so you gotta try them to know if they will work for you
The best eye drops for me is Retain. Not a night time one, but I use it if I do not have my Serum drops>
I would say the game changer for me was reading Dr. Maskin’s new book linked below. There is no "one best treatment for dry eyes". I realized how the whole puzzle fit together really for the first time after10 years with dry eye disease and what my 3 different dry eye doctors in Orlando did not seem to understand or, if they did understand, they did not communicate it to me. If you want to get the book “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved” see here:
https://www.amazon.com/Your-Dry-Eye-Mystery-Solved/dp/0300250339
Last year my mother’s dietitian suggested adding manuka honey to the diet for higher nutrients compared to regular honey it Improves immunity, and boosts metabolism. After a Few weeks of eating manuka honey, we really started seeing the benefits of the manuka honey.
You may be thinking What is manuka, honey?
Manuka Honey is the Best, Purest, and Healthiest Type of honey!
Manuka honey, is a type of honey that originates from certain parts of Australia and New Zealand. Manuka honey has antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
Thanks to its antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties, manuka honey can be used to help treat wounds, improve your oral health, soothe a sore throat and treat ulcers and acne, and many more.
But finding good and genuine manuka honey in the Indian market is very challenging.
We have tried many brands but at last, we found Pryme Health UMF 5+ Certified 100% Pure Manuka Honey which according to me is the best in the Indian market and the only brand which sources honey directly from New Zealand. and there each Jar comes with a certificate to track the authenticity.
I will recommend everyone who is looking for pure and healthy honey to try out Pryme Health’s Manuka Honey.
I don't have this issue, but in case it's helpful (and maybe this is why it's not an issue for me?): I've been using a weirdly shaped relatively flat pillow on top of my regular pillow for years, since I'm a side sleeper. I use it because sleeping on your side or stomach can help wrinkles develop. With this pillow, only my forehead and chin are touching anything while I sleep. It takes no getting used to. Very comfortable and it does have pillow cases available. It never occurred to me it might also be preventing this issue.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006IHI8VW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I take 3 pills of Nordic Naturals per day.
This is the exact type I use https://www.amazon.ca/Nordic-Naturals-Ultimate-Omega-SoftGels/dp/B00PUX3GDU
If you take Omega 3, it is certainly helpful, but in my case, it didn't make a massive difference. I'd say it improved my dry eye situation about 10-15%
Still, I continue to take it, as I have incredibly dry skin, and it improves that a lot.
flaxseed maqui berry these are what i take :) idk if i’ve linked them right i can’t lie lol and thank u! well pain is sometimes is still there i had a weird flare up this week but it felt like my whole eye ball was aching or something idk. it was weird lol
Has anyone tried this
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B09WRG4Z6L/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Renpho Heat and Eye Massager?
as a replacement for lipflow?
I just added this to my cart based off other redditers comments. I may or may not buy this eventually:
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B013M57VZG/ref=ox\_sc\_act\_title\_1?smid=A297FF8GYVIGSM&psc=1
You need to see an eye doctor. Cleaning you eyes morning and night in case you have an irritant. I use thisnine for my dry eyes. OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Original,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PY15I2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
"Just" blocked -- really, really, really bad news unless you've access to unblocking services
hycosan extra I urge you to read their reviews carefully. Stings? Ingredients' list for your bottle/package?
agh!!!! "daily antihistamines" (a drying agent known to cause 'dry eye' and sometimes persist in that effect) I'd be trying pretty much anything but antihistamines for inflammation, but I'm merely a well read amateur. And the rest of her advice --?!?!
She's an opthalmalogist? An optometrist? A naturopath? A soothsayer? Or?
I'm starting to want to do eyelid wipes (after warm masking) and maybe those would work well enough for makeup remover (if you found some safe makeup, or made your own at home without all the chemicals added by manufacturers).
I bought some Alcon eyelid wipes, but being diligent looked up their ingredients -- not looking safe to me (esp. the benzyl alcohol).
I'm tentatively focussed on: Dr Fischer's baby eyelid wipes:
https://www.amazon.ca/Dr-Fischer-Eye-care-cleansing-wipes/dp/B00B0KS326
INGREDIENTS: Water (Aqua), Polysorbate 20, Disodium Phosphate, Lauryl Glucoside, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Phosphate, PVP, Disodium EDTA, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
(not currently available on amazon.com)
That style (surely not these particular ones else they'd emphasize being polarized), from my local dispensing optician. Offered in 3 sizes (I go with medium).
They are: polarizing (hugely glare blocking), and, both UV A & B blocking (I had a 2nd optometrist double check this). If you've two, you can turn them so that they block essentially 100% of all light (as a check that they are indeed polarized).
I got a matching yellow tinted one for cloudy days (more social) not polarized. Clouds do NOT appreciably block UV.
Hope they work well for you! Btw WYND makes a bunch of different models which are all slightly different sizes. For me personally (male, about 6' tall) the Model 331 fits best: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CSG6PQ5
experience? no (not crazy, sorry)
opinion (based on research reading)? yes
a) the ratio of omega 6 to omega 3 is of similar importance, you want a ratio more like 10 to 1 and not the likely present ratio with today's dietary habits of 15+ to 1 (omega 6 tends to promote inflamation, precisely what we wish to avoid)
b) food based omega 3 (eg. oily fish, which is why I eat 3 servings of fish each week) is much better than fish oil capsules,
that said, I do take a couple of fish oil capsules each day, too [distilled, to remove impurities such as very toxic mercury]. I've been using Natural Factors (brand) extra strength RxOmega-3 softgels
I would agree that Dr. Cremers is a good option. She blurbed this doc's book and did an hour interview with him recently. I would buy the comprehensive book (398 pages), written by one of the well-known MDs in the Dry Eye Disease treatment community by Steven L. Maskin, MD titled: “Your Dry Eye Mystery Solved: Reversing Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, Restoring Hope.”
The book taught me things that I needed to know to better manage my condition along with what I was doing wrong. I was more in the driver’s seat in dealing with my eye doctors, who do mean well, but just are not fully up to speed on how to diagnose and treat Dry Eye Disease. For the first time in 10 years with the disease, I knew better how to help the doctors help me. I could make more fully informed decisions and know better if the doctor knew what they were doing or not. I certainly was no longer an ignorant consumer dependent on the doctor’s expertise or lack of expertise. See here:
I have the Wizard USB mask. I personally felt like the Aroma mask didn't get hot enough, even though it is a lower price. I've had the Wizard for 6 months and I've been really happy with it. https://www.amazon.ca/DRY-EYE-MASK-Wizard-Research/dp/B07X58XS45
This is the link to the ones I bought. Looks super cheap for sure, but definitely worth a shot. Has honestly really helped me. Just sleep with it on.
https://www.amazon.com/Alcon-Pataday-Daily-Relief-0-085/dp/B0857X5V2S
The makers' site won't cough up details for me (I suspect it's not approved in Canada, or some other issue). https://pataday.myalcon.com/
Drop these into your eyes and close them for about 3 minutes then before you open them move your eyes around for a bit then rub your eyelids in a circle motion
Then wipe away any extra solution
I see there are some knockoffs of that wand on Amazon for less than half the price which seem to be getting good reviews:
>I purchased this product to help stimulate my meibomian glands in my eyelids. Ive been using this product for a few months, and I already notive an improvement in my glands.
I'd be using it after using a warming mask. Strokes with it ought to be not sideways but vertically and towards the eyelashes.
thanks (I'd forgotten I'd read about those in passing, hadn't looked into it closely)
this one? https://www.amazon.com/ARRIS-Temperature-Therapeutic-Treatment-Blepharitis/dp/B075SH5VL5
> The recommended temperature is 45°C (113℉) for 30 minutes.
I'm also wondering the same thing as you, OP. I called Dr. Maskin's office and the front desk lady told me that usually patients need to get reprobed once a year. I'm wondering if that's because of other issues like Blepharitis that are causing damage again or if probing itself just provides temporary relief and doesn't address some underlying issue.
I read through all the papers I could find on MGP. At the very least it seems safe (although some people on Facebook have had bad experiences) and at best it seems like a somewhat long-term solution (when followed up with IPL afterwards, paper). A lot of the variance in outcome seems to be related to the skill of the practitioner, but there's really not enough data to tell.
I use Avenova, but no more than once a day as it can cause my eyelids to get too dry.
https://www.amazon.com/Avenova-Eyelashes-Blepharitis-Dysfunction-Hypochlorous/dp/B07Q1DVG7S
Try chewing gum while using screens. These oil things have been making a huge difference for me recently. Use screen dimmers like this.
U can recover from this to a computer capable state but its gonna take time and the key is to not let your eyes got to a sore state. Progress is slow and when your eyes get bad, thats like a leap backwards in terms of progress. The better you get, the less the backwards leap and the harder it is for it to happen. Unfortunately you kinda dug yourself a hole with your current routine and now you gotta get out. Get signed off if that's an option and go cold tureket from screens for 1-2 months and you could improve a lot faster. Going to gym also helps.
I do use it on occasion. It's not something you want be doing on a regular basis as you can damage your glands if you squeeze too hard. But if my eyes are feeling a bit gunked up I'll try doing it and can normally clear out a lot.
I tried diff versions too and these were the best https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07WSCD89C/ref=ppx\_yo\_dt\_b\_search\_asin\_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Have you had a check to confirm that 100% of your glands are gone? I highly doubt this. One unfortunate side of dry eye disease is that one of the first permanent damage that it does is to start killing the nerves on your eye. Most people who have deteriorated to the point where their meibomian glands have all atrophied is that….their eyes will feel fine. Because they have no nerves left on their eye surface.
If you can still feel pain from dry eyes it means you aren’t even close to that point. This tells me you almost certainly have significant gland function left. In fact, you may actually be suffering from a neuropathy kind of disorder, I would recommend looking into this because there are some good treatments for it.
Lastly, f**k Ziena glasses. They didn’t work for me either. I could never get a great seal on them. As for fog, you can also get cheap anti-fog wipes and use them in the inside to prevent fogging, it is a great solution to at least have comfort.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008HMBU8O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_A1XG9FHV40V9EJR2VAZJ?psc=1
Did they perform expression after IPL? Also were the glands clogged? Autologous serum tears are expensive but they really help a lot of people. What is your TBUT? Also at night for some people using gel and a sleep mask can help keep the eyes moist during the night.
https://www.amazon.com/Eyeseals-Hydrating-Sleep-Nighttime-Relief/dp/B01J6JELTG?th=1
i brought this one Lavender Heated Eye Mask for Sleeping, USB Heated Eye Mask Sleep Mask Warm Steam Dry Eye Mask Electric Heating Hot Eye Mask for Sleeping, Dry Eyes, Dark Cycles, Puffy and Tired Eyes https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09QKY6DP7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_WR1HCKGPRP04SFAHSXDF?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I have droopy eyelids and found this but haven't received it yet: https://www.amazon.com/LIDS-DESIGN-Assortment-Pack-4mm/dp/B083WP86WY/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=34OUYBB11T9OD&keywords=eyelid+by+design&qid=1652654195&sprefix=eyelid+by+design%2Caps%2C272&sr=8-3
Hi, I’m using an USB powered eye mask for warm compresses and it’s absolutely perfect (https://www.amazon.com/RENPHO-Massager-Compression-Bluetooth-Rechargeable/dp/B07SM61FCT). I let it heat up 1min before putting it on. I like the fact that the temperature is constant and no cleanup involved.
At the end, I simply push down on my eyes, using my fingers without applying any major force, starting from the top.
Thanks I'll check those out. I started using Refresh P.M. Lubricant Eye Ointment, Nighttime Relief but can't say it's been helping.
Is this what u mean by castor oil? You just drop it in your eye, like an eye drop??
My HG lubricating eye drops are Hylo Forte. They contain 0.2% sodium hyaluronate and they’re preservative free. These drops are silky, with a soothing effect on the eyes. Also, the bottle has a clever pump mechanism to get the drops in your eye, so I find the bottle more practical than those individual-use satchels you get with other preservative-free eye drops.
If you’re in the US, just be aware you won’t find these in stores. They’re not expensive on Amazon, though, and 3 bottles is roughly a 2 month supply for me.
NOW Supplements, Cod Liver Oil, Extra Strength 1,000 mg with Vitamins A & D-3, EPA, DHA, 180 Softgels https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GIZVFVO/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_8CY736PNNJ6QYB0Q5RT9
Read the reviews too!
I've tried a few, but the best one so far is made by a company called Wizard.
It's a bit pricey but it works really well. https://www.amazon.ca/DRY-EYE-MASK-Wizard-Research/dp/B07X58XS45
This is the one i bought
Aroma Season Heated Eye Mask, For Stye Blepharitis Moist Treatment with Flaxseed, Warm Therapy to Unclog glands, Relieve Dry Eye Syndrome, Chalazion, Stye, MGD and Blepharitis (Blue) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LBL172C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0DBSK8VBTR2TFENY0N0D
I take 2 daily!
Webber Naturals Cod Liver Oil with Vitamin A and Vitamin D3, Softgel, 550 mg , 1,250 IU , 400 IU, 180 Count https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B008X8MFJU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_XXBXZN3B3YGXG61TB3CX?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Aroma Season Moist Heated Eye Mask with Flaxseed, Warm Therapy to unclog glands, Relieve Dry Eye Syndrome, MGD,Stye and Blepharitis (Blue) … https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07LBL172C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_B3EM6K4VR5RK3PSSKX58
Try that link. That’s the one I have. I’m in Canada btw.
Refresh pm is a good night ointment for dry eyes. I had lasik in my early 20s and now have dry eyes. I use this stuff every night and it helps.
NOW Supplements, DHA-500 with 250 EPA, Molecularly Distilled, Supports Brain Health*, 180 Softgels https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003O1U77I/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_TX7V7YTSH4WE7X5TDEQ6
2x per day ... have with a meal
OCuSOFT Hypochlor Hypochlorous Acid Solution Spray 0.02% 59 Milliters, Eyelid Spray for Irritated Eyelids https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013M57VZG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_8SN9EJWY0SXF4GWN4XNZ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I got the "Aroma Season" mask through Amazon a few weeks ago, and it's been great so far. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P76NG3C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I looked over the reviews before purchasing. Some of the Amazon reviews have commented about short life span. I went ahead and took the risk for $30. (Some of the reviews noted successful refund or replacement for dying units.) Other reviews suggested it didn't get hot enough, but I haven't found that to be a problem. It has 3 heat levels (low, medium, high) and 3 pre-programmed durations (20, 40, 60 minutes). I can tolerate the high level, but just barely. I found the medium setting works great for me.
There are other similar plug-in options on Amazon. Just seemed a lot easier to me than the microwave route.
I use this one:
https://www.amazon.com/DRY-EYE-MASK-Wizard-Research/dp/B07X58XS45
3x per week for 10 minutes each time
I went to electric since that was easier and gave me a consistent level of heat unlike those one heats in the microwave like the Bruder eye mask types.
It looks like Drop of Diviniti failed to pay the graphics designer to remove the FIVERR watermark from their graphics haha. See https://www.amazon.com/Heated-Eye-Mask-Dry-Eyes/dp/B085RT8P8Q/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=DROP+OF+DIVINITI&qid=1645585005&sr=8-6.
Products like this scare me. If the manufacturer takes shortcuts on the graphics, what other shortcuts are they taking to squeeze the slightest profit possible out?
My favorite thing I've gotten so far is a single eye compress: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07N1VXXQ4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I feel like once you get the heating down for bruder masks they're pretty nice, but constantly just laying there with my eyes closed unable to do anything is really frustrating for me. The single eye compress allows me to heat each eye for 5min at a time, as often as I want, with minimal disruption to whatever I was doing. I've been sticking to heat treatments a lot more now that I have a way to do them while still keeping up with whatever else I want.
I really wish I could find something like this that has a freezable gel pack, because I need cold treatments for inflammation too. Right now, I'm still stuck lying in bed everytime I need to ice my eyes.
I use a Wizard Research USB eye mask.
https://www.amazon.ca/DRY-EYE-MASK-Wizard-Research/dp/B07X58XS45
As others are saying the Bruder mask lost heat very quickly.
The wizard mask is excellent. I use it 10 minutes per day at it works well.
If this hasn't already been mentioned, book an appointment with an ophthalmologist who specializes in dry eye. I wish I had done this years ago. I finally saw one after dealing with this for many years.
If you are going to get an eye mask, I recommend a USB-powered one because they stay warm. After trying a few, I invested in one - Wizard Industries brand. https://www.amazon.ca/DRY-EYE-MASK-Wizard-Research/dp/B07X58XS45
It's pricey but a game changer and totally worth it.
I was told by my ophthalmologist that the most effective supplements to take are a good quality omega 3, vitamin D3 and a probiotic that contains Lactobacillus acidophilus.
But the best advice I can give is to get your eyes checked by an ophthalmologist ASAP. An optometrist can't really do much.
no.https://smile.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00SRIKSGI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
you want something like that
Electric eye mask.
Aroma Season Heated Eye Mask, For Stye Blepharitis Moist Treatment with Flaxseed, Warm Therapy to Unclog glands, Relieve Dry Eye Syndrome, Chalazion, Stye, MGD and Blepharitis (Blue) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07LBL172C/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_6E8YTZVSFGFG3C6WFSCH?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
You NEED hydroeye, eye vitamins recommended by my optometrist. I was so tired of the exterior remedies, so is was time to try something internally and it has helped tremendously.
Reviews here if you want different opinions:
HydroEye Softgels - Dry Eye Relief - Features GLA, EPA, DHA and Other Key Nutrients - 120 Count https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003UNOY7Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_Y2R391KKJWYPGN64WBPH?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I use this one but there are lesser cost ones available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/RESEARCH-ELECTRIC-DRY-EYE-MASK/dp/B09NX6R7CZ
I bought a pair of blue light blocking glasses from Amazon and they have really helped the eye strain that comes with dry eye.
For me what causes the most strain is my phone and laptop. I have no issues with the TV and with my Kobo (e-reader). I'd say figure out which of the devices are the most taxing to your eyes and just limit the amount you look at them.
What really helps me is to get outside for a walk or do other activities that don't involve screens. I feel like as long as you break it up and don't spend long periods of time looking at digital devices, you'll give your eyes some relief.
Hi. I saw a dry eye specialist a month or so after making this post and they determined I had blepharitis, which was causing meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD), which was causing me to have evaporative dry eye. Essentially the meibum in my tears wasn't being produced properly causing the tears to not have the correct oils in them which means they would dry extremely quickly, causing the irritating feeling of dryness in my eyes.
They ended up doing this 'deep clean' and gave me these eye drops. I'm not entirely sure how effective the deep clean was, but the eye drops have been a life saver. Was initially skeptical because of the 'manuka honey' thing and thinking that might be a bit of a fad. But they're genuinely the only eye drops that have helped me.
I use this with just tap water: Humidifier with Essential Oils humidifiers, Mini Cool Mist Humidifier Ultrasound for Bedroom, Desktop, Travel, Car 7 Colorful, Two Spray Modes, Auto Shut-Off https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B08K97NLPY/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_i_K93EY54GA41NQJTAAHRG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Sure, here it is: RENPHO Eye Massager with Heat & Bluetooth Music, Rechargeable Eye Care Machine with 5 Modes Relax and Reduce Eye Strain Dark Circles Eye Bags Dry Eye Improve Sleep, Ideal Family Gifts https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088BCRXHJ/ref=cm_sw_r_awdo_navT_a_N8TB7SQ81G7KRXB8X3K3?psc=1
I use the heat only mode, but feel free to try all the modes if you like.
I think you’re right to worry - you’re very young! I just started treating my MGD so it’s not like I have some great, sage-y wisdom to impart…. But fwiw, my specialist is having me start a megadose of Omegas (in conjunction with IIPL - just had my first session Monday!) I have been very confused on which one to try and the correct dosages… I’ve been on one from Costco & Target for a year with no benefit, so I bought it from the Dr. Mine was cheaper there than on Amazon. I’m extraordinarily skeptical of supplements and anything that doesn’t have a USP label, but I am desperate for relief… I’ll know in 3 months if it helps I suppose!
PRN DE3 Omega Benefits (New & Improved Formula - 3 Per Day Serving) - Support for Eye Dryness - 2240mg EPA & DHA in The Triglyceride Form | 3 Month Supply… https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07ZFX66M9/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_M0ZZ900JD8BRW2C9YKMV?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1