Severe Dry Eyes Treatment - Dry Eyes Treatment Guide

What Dry eye treatments have you tried and brought you the most success?

wish more doctors would take the time to educate their patients. This is the best explanation of available treatments. Way better than all 10-11 specialist iv'e been too. Seems like the Dr.'s Iv'e been too are just rushing me in and out and I leave confused, lost and hopeless. Keep this coming!! Great job! This will help so many people to hopefully know what options are out there.

You have helped me in so many ways with my dry eyes, from advice about what eye drops to use, advice about contact lens technologies, advice about treatment and how the environment and sleep impacts dry eye. I’ve learned so much from you about many eye topics and I’m able to see better now than I was just a few months ago because of your channel and I appreciate it so much.

These videos are outstanding. They encourage and help a PATIENT become their own best advocate. Learn, question and discuss. If your doctor doesnt want to talk about it or answer your questions....FIRE them and find a new one. Eye health isnt an exact science at times and it takes a patient being able to describe and discuss what they feel. Its harder to do than it sounds and it takes a good doctor to listen!!!!

Dr. Allen, this is the best compilation and explanation of dry eye treatments I've ever seen! Never has an opthalmologist or optometrist in my 40-year journey of debilitating, severe dry eye disease (RA and Sjogren's Syndrome and *no* tears at all) explained *anything* related to dry eyes with the thoroughness that you have.
For me, the very best relief so far has come from scleral lenses; I'm beyond grateful that I was recently able to get them! Prior to those, punctal cauterization was somewhat helpful in allowing the artificial tears I used constantly (and still do when not wearing scleral lenses) to remain in my eyes a bit longer, and that brought a little relief to the almost unbearable discomfort I was in.
Before getting scleral lenses, I'd tried every medication you mentioned, with zero success ( and some bad reactions). A word about autologous serum drops: my doc put me on them in 2009, with instructions only to keep them refrigerated (no time frame given). I got a raging infection from a bottle of these tears that had been in the fridge for one week, and experienced complete loss of sight in one eye for a month (the doc said he was glad he saved the eye itself), followed by very wonky and minimal vision due to the resultant corneal scarring. (An amniotic membrane was also placed during that time to help the eye heal.) Scleral lenses have been a miracle, enabling me to actually see with that eye, and bringing unprecedented comfort to both eyes while I'm wearing them. The lens fogging I initially experienced, quite severely, with these contacts has greatly improved as I'm working on improving my MGD (thanks to you!).
I appreciate the tremendous service you're doing through your RUclips channel, and am glad I found my way here. Thank you for all you do!

After 3-4 years of dry eyes and an inability to find a solution to the problem compounded by the fact that my doctor could not correct my vision with glasses… I finally went the scleral contact route. I’ve got one more appointment for a final fitting, but so far I am very impressed. Most of the time I can’t even tell I’m wearing contacts and the vision correction is excellent. They don’t seem to be prone to irritation by dusty conditions like traditional hard contacts which is an added benefit. I can tell because of the size they may be a problem for some people, but I had 30 years of hard contact wearing experience, RK surgery and now a lengthy time with dealing with dry eyes and these contacts are definitely worth the extra effort putting them in and taking them out. They may not be for everyone suffering from dry eyes but I am one satisfied customer.

A video you did once on using warm eye compresses helped immensely because no one had explained the need to apply pressure. This video has a lot of helpful information and explanations. It’s telling that my main thought a few minutes in was I need to find a different doctor because mine blows off all questions/concerns even according to my husband recently. Thank you for providing very thorough and helpful information because some of us sadly aren’t getting it from anywhere else.

Hi dr Allen, I'm Australian and we have an excellent Medicare system which covers most eye issues. I have had many eye problems starting with high myopia from childhood. I had cataract removal with vision correction a few years ago and then, when finally i have great eyesight with no need for glasses, i get a detached retina. Through all this i have noticed increased dryness in the eyes which (for the moment) i control with Systane Ultra UD preservative-free drops. I have found them very soothing, i apply them 2 or 3 times a day. I have also recently found a lovely optometrist who talks to you and listens and finds ways to help you. I told him if i didn't find him i would have to fly to the US to come see you. He said he also watches you on yt!! Thank you so much for helping us with information and advice. We really appreciate you and the expertise and advice you bring us. THANK YOU.
Edit : Systane Ultra UD preservative-free drops

Hello. Saw my eye Doc yesterday for dry eye. She was explaining abut plugs and she asked if I knew what they were. I nodded and told her "Iwatch Dr. Eye Health." She was vrey relieved, mumbled "Thank you Doctor..." and explained options I had. Your advice helped me to understand and take an active part in my treatment plan. Thought you'd like to know.

Hi. I was diagnosed at 21 years old last year in January 2021 with dry eye disease. I was a chronic contact-wearer and had just started hormonal birth control like 2.5 months before. This was also like 10 months into my university going fully online and having to stare at my screen every day for months on end.
I’ve had so many infections in the last 1.5 years, my cornea tore and is now scarred. I’ve tried warm compresses, artificial tears, refresh pm at night, eyelid scrubs, wear glasses only, have punctual plugs, and have been on xiidra. To be honest when I do the cocktail of treatment it really really works. But I’m 23, in college and not great at taking care of myself. I’ve been consistent with xiidra though and it’s helped immensely.
Sometimes I feel really scared about the future because I feel pressure to get a job that will have good enough insurance to cover xiidra for the rest of my life as well as be able to purchase all these extra treatment things. I just want to reverse this and have normal eyes again :/ I just stopped hormonal birth control and I think I’ll try to work on reducing stress and screen time. I feel safe in the comments because I don’t know anyone else who has gone through this

I am 58 and have MGD seemingly overnight. My eyelids are stuck to my eyeballs at 2AM and again at 5AM. I am doing the following: Systane Complete PF drops to get my eyes open, Maqui berry 1 tsp. in water daily, Algae based Omegas 2 x day (=600mg but I've heard that I need more), heat pack and pushing on eyelid margins before bed, Systane Complete, limited or no contact wearing and my latest intervention is 1 drop of Castor Oil- Cold Pressed, Hexane Free per night. I have also increased my nutritional efforts and am now putting Spirulina, Barley Grass Powder, Flaxseed Oil and Dolce in my morning smoothie.
I am an avid cyclist (summer and winter fat biking) XC ski, hike, rock and ice climb. My life is my activity so now I'm searching for outdoor sunglasses that won't fog.
I was on the Antibiotic drop for 4 weeks and it helped but since it's a steroid I cannot stay on it and am now back to inflammation.
My doctor says that IPL works well but won't use it if you have been or will be in the sun. I am fair skinned and live in Alaska but travel a few times a year to hike and bike in Utah. She said that it leaves white spots on your skin or discolors your skin with white blotches. Is this true? I haven't heard this mentioned in any video. Can you show someones skin around the eyes before and after a treatment?
Also, I haven't heard of any mention of side effects of medication. I am very careful with my body and prefer natural treatment, however, my MGD may evetually me to medication. I would want to know every single downside of medication and your videos don't mention this... kidney function can be impaired with Restasis? Please go into depth on body chemistry and affects of long term med use. Thank you so much! I am a retired teacher and can say that your teaching is EXCELLENT!

Hello doc,In my case i faced severe dry eyes since last year,till then i was using only eye drops but now i started with hot compresses and it has changed my life ,it has really been very effective .

Amen on your plug conclusion! Too many doctors plugged years ago and only made patients eyes worse over time.

Thank you for all of the information on dry eye, I was recently diagnosed and currently on Restasis for treatment. I so miss wearing my contacts. I live in the desert Southwest and certain our dry environment has been a contributing factor. Since I'm new to this diagnosis, I am grateful for all the information you ptovided..

My dry eyes began after Lasik 20 years ago. Now I'm back wearing glasses. My Opthalmologist just prescribed a regimen consisting of Pataday, Occusoft, Oust and Genteal. So far it seems to be working. Thanks!

This video is SO HELPFUL! I've had chronic dry eye for about 5 years and it causes frequent infections in my eye lids. Now I understand so much more and I'll be seeing an eye doctor soon. Thank you!

Thank you. My eyes changed so much after a trip to Singapore last year. So hot over there back to cold at home. I seem to have so many of the problems you cover now (I'm 62(

I always liked it when you put the medical terms for diseases in a small text caption too. Tiny tidbit I suppose but I always appreciated seeing it.

I just want to say I absolutely love your channel and have learned so much from you. I also tried with success some of your recommendations for my MGD. Thank you!

Thanks Dr, appreciate your videos and helping patients with their dry eye issues.
2022 released Systance complete preservative free emulsion seems to be the longest lasting drop ive found after literally trying them all.
After a decade and ten's thousands of dollars spent, I found an overall routine that takes my unbearable dry eye to a 7/10 from a 1/10. Mind you I scored a 1ml on a shirmers test and my meioboim glands are half gone and the half were blocked. So I had no water layer or oil layer.Ill share my routine incase it helps someone in the comments. If you follow this routine you'll get an accumulated effect that gives you lasting relief.
1. Use polyvisc oinment before bed. Also use it in tiny amounts throughout the day. Dont put too much in the day or you'll obscure your vision.
2. Before bed do a heat compress that you microwave. I use "the eye doc" brand or bruener is good also. 10min of solid heat, you may have to microwave twice. 30 sec apply 5min then 10sec apply 5 min.
Immediately after use the Nulids device which is an at home treatment that expresses your oil glands. Use some polyvisc on the tip to protect and lubricate before use. Nulids is quite pricey but well worth it if your an extreme case like I am. Pro tip- buy a tea infuser cage to put the used silicone tips in and boil them for 5 minutes to disinfect and resuse. Once the tips dry, store them in sterile container. Always wash hands before handling tips to avoid infection.The tips cost a fortune if you use them once and throw out like they recommend. (Dr may disagree with reusing tips, you can play it safe if you wish)
After nulids do some manual expression too with clean hands. Using fingertips do small circles along lidline with gentle pressure.
Then use make up remover pads with warm water to wipe your eyelashes OR if you have crusty eyelashes (blepharitis) you may benefit more by using ocusoft hypochlor acid spray on pads then wipe lashes.
3. Take krill oil supplements or better yet eat tuna or salmon 3x a week. Boost omega 3.
4. Use Systane complete preservative free during the day as needed. Its an emulsion which lasts long (mix of aqueous and oil). Best drop and Ive tried literally all other drops. NEVER USE DROPS WITH PRESERVATIVES.
5. Buy "Eye Eco onyix silicone hydrating sleep mask" moisture chamber goggles to wear while sleeping to keep your eyes moist while sleeping. Remember to put polyvisc in before putting goggles on. I've tried all sleep masks, this ones superior by far.
6. Avoid aircon or excessive heating which drys out the room. Outdoor high wind environments also.
I recommend wearing 7eye sunglasses outdoors to protect from wind and create a moisture chamber. Game changer outdoors.
7. If cost isn't an issue, I recommend you do Lipiflow treatment every 6 months to properly unclog your oil glands. Then you maintain its effects by using the nulids device described above in point 2. In office treatment may cost 1-2k.
8. Position computer screens below your eye line so your looking down on them. Less eye exposed and less dry eye. Take breaks and do 20 complete blinks from time to time.
9.Avoid contact lense wear.
I hope this helps someone out there suffering with severe dry eye. It's been a long painful journey for me 13 years or so but following the steps above I regained the ability to function.

I’m in the fortunate minority where my soft contact lenses help my dry eyes. I rarely need to use otc lubricating gel drops. Very informative video. Nice job.

I am currently undergoing treatment for a corneal debridement surgery with the Prokera ambionic lens. Apparently they are supposed to be hugely helpful for people with dry eye issues, too! It's such an amazing treatment and I'm feeling good about it helping me heal better than other methods. About 1 day in so far and 4 days to go!

Please do a vid on severe chronic dry eyes caused by Thyroid Eye Disease and any differences in treatments recommended. Thank you so much for your informative videos. I have learned a lot and not sure there would be any difference in treatment due to TED.

I just want to thank you for your very useful videos. I came across your channel a few months ago and it gave me hope for my situation. I was on Restasis for many years and had plugs. The Restasis did help but it was not optimal. Last march I found a new eye clinic nearby specialized in dry eye. I was diagnose with rosacae. I have IPL treatments and also had Lipiflow. The number of functioning glands tripled. It’s amazing! I still apply a warm mask and take Omega 3

I have experienced Xiidra, punctual plugs, and Lipiflow. I'm still dealing with dry eyes and inflammation, but it has improved as time has gone on.

I have used Systain and Refresh with castor oil.. In 2 months my dry eyes is Controlled.. I'm using these Eye drops until today.. I followed your advice and its great... Thank you Dr Allen...

Balancing Omega-3 and omega-6 by increasing fish oil and cutting carbs warm compress mask (10 min 2x per day) inviza. Cold pressed 100 percent castor oil on upper and lower lid.

Amazing content no one else has talked about!

I have dry eye because of lupus. When I started taking restasis, it worked right away. The very next day I noticed a big difference. It was such a relief.

Insurance didn't cover these procedures. Now as a Retired Registered Nurse on a fixed income. I improvise with my 3 decade of ER exposure.

Flare ups? 🤔 Many dry eye sufferers always have a symptome in their eyes that never goes away.

Hi! I just have to say, my maiden name is Biel. I noticed the chart on your wall has Biel at the top of it! So cool!

My eyes never bothered me until I started using all of these eye drops.

Tried Retassis now trying Xiidra. I think Xiidra is working a bit better after almost 3 months. Of course have tried many, many eye drops. They all work for a short time. Doctor says being female, postmenopausal, & a long term contact lens wearer (had to give them up) makes the case for very dry eyes! Thanks for all your information on dry eyes. I figure one of these days something will work!

The most frustrating element for me has been the drops I was prescribed (Restatis) were really only covering symptoms. The dermatologist then diagnosed ocular rosacea saying that’s the cause; prescribed oral antibiotics, which works well but upset digestion & one cannot live on them. So ultimately, I’d prefer to address improvement of basic health/natural treatments/prevention of flares/discover & address any other root causes of dry eye.

I’ve been battling this for three years. I’ve given up. This is the worst…😔

You are very knowledgeable! Very impressive, I have learned so much from listening to you in this video. Thank you.

Fantastic video, thank you for all the information you offer. I have been suffering from severe irritation and dry eye and I am about to visit an ophthalmologist. The information you provide, will help me discuss treatment options. Thank you again!

Very information
Just what your viewers want and love you for!!!

I'm on the computer 10+ hours a day for my day job. Because I need to get paid, lifestyle change isn't possible. I went 30 years of my life being able to look at the screen non stop with no issues ever. But now 5 min of screentime my eyes are so itchy and burning. Is this dry eye? It started a month ago and it's killing me!
I should note I saw an eye doctor and they said my eyes are fine and told me to get eye drops which have done nothing

What a helpful overview! Could you address nighttime dryness? Gels, ointments, masks, etc.? I am suffering from corneal abrasions due to my lids sticking when I wake up. Thanks for any help you can give!

Well this affirms that I have tried it just about everything. Xiidra, restasis, cequa, tyrvaya, lotemax, amniotic tears, autologous serum tears (4 times), punctal plugs, steroids...two rounds of amniotic membrane treatment. The second treatment finally held and my corneas smoothed out so I could use scleral lenses. Currently in the fit and repeat cycle with getting those right. Most of this has been out of pocket. My insurance company said they would cover the membrane treatment and my doctor has been fighting with them for payments since August. They seemingly think I didn't try enough options. The whole thing is a miserable joke. It might actually be worth it if my eyes were in a good place, but they're not.

You can duplicate the functionality of the ITear100 with a Sonicare toothbrush. Place the side opposite the bristles against the outside of the nose and turn on. The Sonicare toothbrush vibration frequency is the same as the ITear100. It will take a little practice to find the "sweet spot" to stimulate the nerve, but you WILL know when you hit it. I use both Tyrvala and vibration. Both really help stimulate tear production.

Hello Dr Allen.
I’m from the uk and 8 months ago I opened the oven doors and black smoke went straight into my eyes.
Since then I have been going back and forth to my Gp & optician and all I get is eye drops.
I got diagnosed with MGD.
I went eye A+E twice and I got sent away as it’s ‘nothing serious’ and to continue with warm compress, massage & eye drops.
I did get given steroids for 2 weeks back in January as i begged them to look at my eyes. When she did she gave me steroids.
I recently went to Moorfields A+ E hospital (suppose to be the best in the uk).
The nurse was so impressed with the amount of knowledge & information I knew about my condition.
(Thanks to this channel).
Again told me that there is nothing they can do and sent me away as I’m doing all right things and there is nothing more the can do.
This is something I just have to live with.
After 6 months of harassing my gp I have finally been referred to an ophthalmologist.
Only it’s a 27 week wait under the NHS!
I’m so exhausted chasing after health professionals to take me seriously and give me something!
I have a baby and young children to need to take care of.
I can’t live like this.

I did used the Autologous Serum and back them I paid $100 for 4 bottles they did work

So very informative. I didn’t realize I have to use my Restatis every day. I was just using when my eyes were bothering me.

So informative, do you have any ideas for blephoritis? Thanks

Awesome video! Thank you for all you do to educate us!

wowow this is the most information about dry eyes THANKS to DR>A!!!!!!!

I have one eye that is sandy and dry most of the time. My other eye is always excessively tearing. I can’t even wear eye makeup anymore. It is interfering with my every day life. I’m not totally convinced it’s dry eye. At least this video gives more options.

Thank you so much for the information in this video!! I knew about some but a lot was new to me. I have severe dry eye in my left eye because of Bell’s palsy. I have used a scellaral lense in the eye in the past but now I have a gold eyelid weight. I have a plug in both the top and bottom tear duct. Right now this helping me enormously as I have to heal the surface of my cornea enough to cataract surgery next year. Again thank you for all you do!!!

I've used Genteal liquid & sometimes gel drops, which has helped sometimes. The biggest help seemed to be resting, as in away from light (wearing sunglasses), but nothing has helped in the long term 💔 I'm very allergic to multiple medications, so these would not work for me, but thank you for your informative video as always😊

Insightful and thorough review! Congratulations! very useful information for both patients and eyecare professionals!

Dr . Allen, I thanks for your work . I am 17 and I have been suffering from dry eye for two years . Now I use almost all treatment methods that you recommended ( Omega-3, good sleep , blinking, physical activity, oil based drops and ointments , warm compresses , glasses against wind ) . I have lost about 40 % of meobian glands. Can I restore my glands ? You actually told a lot of about managing this disease , long term battle. I understand that is life long disease, but are there at least some studies that show that meobian glands can be grow back?

Using the serum has a couple obstacles. You can not carry the serum drops because they must be stored in a refrigerator and stored frozen.

Prohibitive costs make these treatments so difficult if not impossible for those of us that are on a fixed income and having Medicare insurance. This has been a frustrating time dealing with this.

My eye doctor never prescribed Cyclosporine. Neither did he prescribe steroids at any time. Otherwise, autologous eye drops, made from the serum of my own blood, have brought me the most relief of pain. They had just increased the price from $ 175 for four vials to $210 and from a really nice glass bottle to a plastic bottle that you have to pound on the desk to dislodge a piece of serum from the eye dropper every now and then.

Do you have a video on proper drop application?

I just remembered I was prescribed Pred Forte w/ preservative free Rephresh and Restasis.

What has helped me:
Stopped drinking caffeine & alcohol, which causes dehydration & destabilizes the tear film - BIG HELP.
Requested Punctal Plug - BIG HELP.
Stopped taking Claritin - BIG HELP.
Stopped taking Paxil - BIG HELP.
Stopped taking Prilosec - BIG HELP.
Requested Tyrvaya - BIG HELP.
Requested Miebo - BIG HELP.
Turned off hepa air filters & changed Fan on A/C from On to Auto. - BIG HELP.
Requested new glasses prescription - BIG HELP.
Requested Vevye - BIG HELP.
Festty Eyeglasses strap - BIG HELP.
Yauende cotton ear cushions (cut off end that is sewn shut) - BIG HELP.

Hello,I'm a 4th year medstudent,I'm 22 years old,I suffer from dry eyes since the age of 15,it's actually refreshing to see that an eye doctor suffers from the same condition that I suffer from and is still thriving in life,it really does give me hope.
(I always wonder about the obstacles the adult world would throw against me,knowing that I suffer from such condition).
Because of my limited capabilities,I just use systane eye drops and warm compresses to treat my condition, I still do undergo alot of difficulties through my life,but somehow I still manage to get things done.
I was wondering if it's possible that you make a video on the long term effects-consequences of dry eyes and the use of artificial tears on eye health?(being only 22 years old,I do doubt and ask myself what does the future hold for me from a medical standpoint).
I would like to thank you doctor for all your various videos, I follow you in a regular manner,have a nice day.

thank you for sharing informative videos! you answered my uncertainties. helps a lot!

Thank you for another very informative video.

I bought a Nira Home laser to treat my undereye wrinkles and discovered that it heated up the eye glands and melted the oil temporarily, of course.

There are certain prescription medications which can bring on dry eyes. In my case, they were Prozac & Spironolactone.
Even though I ceased taking both these medications well over 12 months ago, I'm still suffering with this condition. Once diagnosed, it never goes away.
However, only recently I started taking a teaspoon of hemp seed oil daily as I read somewhere on the internet that it contains heaps more omega 3 than olive oil, plus omega 6 & 9.
At this point in time, it's too early to tell if there's any difference in improvement, but I'm sure I'll start noticing a difference soon as I'm sick of putting drops in.

Thank you so much for all this information-my Ophthalmologist has never mentioned anything about these.

Keep making these videos Please

as doctors dont tell you enough about dry eye and cause when you getting old tends to get worsse

@doctor eye health
Your videos are very helpful love to watch

Restasis is so expensive. Even if I need it, I couldn't afford it.

Thank you for this video. There is so little online about treating severe dry eye (stage 3 and 4) and loads of information about how if not treated it can lead to corneal abrasions and blindness

I've had severely dry eyes for decades, Sjogren's Syndrome since 1988. I use Restasis, Ilube, Hyloforte, HyloNight, HyloCare. In the past I've had Prednisolone drops, which did indeed cause cataracts. I'm currently waiting to see if I can be approved for the serum eye drops - in my case donor blood would be necessary as I have non-Hodgkins Lymphoma.. I've had numerous punctual plugs, all of which have fallen out, I've had cauterisation, the ducts reopened. I cannot see in direct sunlight. I am registered as partially sighted and have recently been diagnosed with dry age related macular degeneration. My eyes are painful.

Good review.

I have been dealing with dry eye for some time now ... mostly in my left eye. I have been using an over the counter eye drop med and doing the most, warm compresses. I noticed improvement for a while, but now, the left eye seems to be constantly dry and my eye drops just seem to make things worse. I am losing sleep at night due to that left eye. That can't go on for much longer.

This was a very good and informative video! Very helpful. Recently my eye doctor prescribed vevye for dry eye. Do you have knowledge and/or experience with this drop? Opinions too.

You really laid it all out there and I appreciate the excellent explanation of treatments. However, it's so depressing that these treatments you talk about that would be so beneficial are not covered by insurance. Doesn't dry eye disease and/or MGD not treated properly cause vision loss or impairment? Insurance companies do NOT care about are health. Who thought of making eyes (and teeth btw) separate from our bodies??
🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️ I am sick to death of insurance! Anyway, thank you for all the information!

Hi,
I am from France and suffering since several months with dry eyes and blurry vision etc. Can you please advise me with your valuable recommendation…. I can share my medical reports if needed by email as well for a better conclusion. Appreciate Sir

He’s amazing. Thanks for the info doctor. Everything he said I kind of knew already. But I like to learn more about dry eye syndrome

Thanks! Thank you for showing us how to pronounce Xiidra & showing such a wide range of treatments. Patient can drop then plug puncta with tissue/finger so less of the drop goes down the hatch ie less weird tasting...? Thanks for outlining time frames too. Autologous serum service is limited in Oz but Vital tears sounds interesting - but note special cool storage required & replacement of bottle needed! Does surgeon hospital coordinate with optometrist for amniotic membrane treatment??

Thank Dr.Alen. for awsome explanation on Dry eye.I've learned a lot from your videos.

Thank you so much for your videos, Dr. Allen. There’s really no one else out there putting out such accessible, understandable videos on such a variety of complex eye topics.
Can you please make a video on trigeminal dysphoria & NeuralLenses?
I’ve been an MGD patient for several years now, and have experienced vision-related frontal headaches for awhile that I struggled to find an explanation for, until I told my optometrist and was tested and diagnosed with this disorder, which apparently is responsible for my difficulty in handling my MGD/Dry eye the past few years. I previously had LipiFlow in late 2017, which brought me great relief for about 1-2 years, until my symptoms returned and worsened. Despite getting LipiFlow twice within the past few years, and regularly keeping up with my daily eyecare regimen (warm compresses, Xiidra, fish oil pills, etc.), I wasn’t experiencing the relief I had in 2018. Hopefully these NeuralLenses should help so that once I get LipiFlow again in a few months, I’ll be able to get real solid relief. I really hope. This ordeal has made me quite depressed. I think my story just serves your point of how each patient is different and has their own unique story/journey.

I got side affects on all 3 prescription eye meds .I got a migraine with Restasis and Cequa.When i used Xiidra for 2 weeks i got a bizarre side affect affect after Xiidra at the end of the second week.I got a hugh pressure on the top of my head and back of my neck.It felt like someone was doing a hand stand on my head.I called the company and reported it to them and they took down all my info.I cannot Doxycycline cause i got sick to my stomach.I hope i get something that works because i also need cataract surgery after a while.I suffer from anxiety and all this makes my anxiety worse.

So this is my issue with Restasis: it has castor oil and glycerine which gave me 2 styes and blurry vision. It may be because I have seborrheic dermatitis or I'm just intolerant to this two components. People should be aware of the rest of the components in eye drops (the burning sensation of Ciclosporine is fine, I have no problems with other brands).

Docs won't tell you all these options - you have to ask and nag them and then they look surprised when you know about these treatments! Hang in there and God Bless Dr, Allen

I had cataract surgery five months ago.. wished I didn't.. this dry eye is horrible.. they never told me this might happen.. and now I hear it is common... and I wear a cpap.. which doesn't help ... ugh ugh ugh...

One of your best videos!

For anybody struggling with dry eyes. Try the eyebrow exercise. Lift each one, one at a time like ”the rock” look up who the rock is and his famous eyebrow lift lol. Do these for about 30 minutes. Be sure to switch eyebrows! Nobody will share this information and many sites have took my comments down. This has stopped my dry eye completely and it is no where to be found. and love you all. #defeatdryeye

I have dry eyes and use restasis. I think it help but I still get dry eyes abs sore and feels like something in my eyes. I was told use preservative free eye drops one an hour which is hard to keep up with. Would love a better option! To note years ago I had two corneal transplants in my teens. I am 48 I live in southern Ontario Canada. Yes I get flair ups! But I don’t go to see my eye doctors when I do.

I learned so much!

Very interesting! Thank you.

You are amazing! So grateful!

Just got regenereyes, and then did research on it. The dry eye foundation says it's a scam and not fda approved as they claim it is. I'm super bummed, just waisted a bunch of money!

THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH FOR SHARING THIS I HAVE SEVERE DRY EYES ITS HORRIBLE. I GET THIS WIRED FEELING IT SCARES ME WITH ANXIETY. I GET THIS FEELING OF ROCKS SAND MOVING AROUND IN MY EYES 👀 I ALSO GET THIS HORRIBLE ITCHING IN THE CORNER OF MY EYES. EYE TWITCHING I USE SYSTANE IT HELPS ALOT.I CAN'T BE OUT ENJOYING THE WARM WEATHER FOR VERY LONG MY EYES BECOME IRRITATED..IM SO PROTECTIVE OF MY EYES..PLEASE HELP.....
I. LOVE UR VIDEOS THEY ARE VERY INFORMATIVE......

my eyes always feel like somethings in there, i’m rubbing them all day long and it both of my eyes look like i have black eyes. i’ve tried prescription drops & bruder’s eye pads and nothing helps. it’s the worst pain i’ve ever had to deal with and i can’t relieve the pain or irritation without constantly rubbing my eye. i give up

Hello, I have an appointment coming up for my 👀 eyes, and I am going to mention some of theses things to my eye doctor. My dry-eye isn't that severe, but the over-the-counter drops just really don't seem to be working. Have a good one 😀

woow i'm impressed with the loads of information contained in this single video. Thanks Dr. Allen I wish you could coach me

I have dry eyes due to a chemical burn. Ointment at night had been an eye saver for a while. I don't think restasis did much for me. I think it made my eyes tear to much, especially at night and unless i slept on my side, the tears would get trapped in my eyelids and it was annoying. The tear duct plug was the worst, i think it inflamed my eye and my eye doctor was hesitant to take it out. I'm about to try a sclarel lense!

Great video and a lot of information ☺️

Doctor Please explain last stage of dry eyes

Thanks so much for all these suggestions. I’m in the UK and have been suffering severe dry after a minor chemical spill to the eyes around 12 months ago. Over here it seems really difficult to get any of the options detailed here prescribed either on NHS or private. I’ve been attending appointments with both for almost a year and only at my last appointment have they finally agreed to let my try cyclosporine if it hasn’t improved next time (which it hasn’t, it’s gotten worse!). Do you have tips of practitioners that may be able to help me more?