Power of Positivity – Dry eyes are a very common condition, occurring when there is not an adequate supply of tears from the lacrimal gland, which sits between the eyeball and eyelid. These glands produce the fluid necessary to lubricate the eyes.
Certain settings can produce dry eyes, such as an airplane flight, an air-conditioned space, riding a bike, walking, or running. Staring at a digital screen for an extended period of time can also cause dry eyes.
Symptoms of dry eyes include:
- blurred vision
- dry, scratchy, and painful sensation in one or both eyes
- eye fatigue
- feeling like something is in your eye
- sensitivity to light
- mucus in or around the eyes
- redness