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What Do Dry Eyes Look Like?

Maybe your eyes feel tired, scratchy, or just a little off, but you can’t seem to figure out why. At The Eye Gallery in Wichita, we know that you want answers and real relief. That’s why our team provides thorough dry eye evaluations and personalized care designed to address your specific situation. Dry eye can…
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How Do I Know if I Have Dry Eyes?

Your eyes feel gritty and uncomfortable, but you're not sure if it's just tiredness or something more. Maybe you've noticed your vision gets blurry during long computer sessions, or your eyes water unexpectedly throughout the day. You can identify dry eye by looking for key symptoms such as stinging or burning sensations, blurred vision that…

Can Dry Eye Cause Blurry Vision?

You're sitting at your computer, and everything on the screen looks fuzzy. You blink hard a few times, and your vision clears up for a moment before going blurry again. This cycle repeats throughout your day, leaving you frustrated and wondering what's wrong with your eyes. Yes, dry eye can cause blurry vision when your…

Can Dry Eyes Cause Blindness?

You may feel a gritty, burning, or stinging sensation in your eyes after a long day at the computer or in a windy environment. This discomfort is a common sign of dry eye.  While permanent vision loss from dry eye is very rare, severe and untreated cases can lead to complications that seriously affect your…
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What Is IPL Treatment for Dry Eyes?

Dry eye might not sound like a major concern, but don’t let the simplicity of the name catch you off guard. Battling dry eye symptoms can turn daily tasks, such as focusing at work, driving, studying, or even trying to unwind and enjoy a book, into a serious struggle. Fortunately, Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy…
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What Vitamins Are Good For Dry Eyes?

Dry eyes can be incredibly uncomfortable, making your eyes feel scratchy, irritated, and fatigued. Many of those who experience dry eyes might notice symptoms such as stinging, burning sensations, blurred vision, light sensitivity, or even difficulty wearing contact lenses.  The symptoms of dry eye can disrupt daily tasks like reading, driving, or staring at a…
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Why Are My Eyes Dry When I Wake Up?

Dry eye in the morning is a common, yet often overlooked, issue. It can be particularly common for individuals who sleep with fans or heat running, spend their days looking at screens, or take certain medications that increase the likelihood of dry eye. If you’re waking up with dry eyes often, there may be an…
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IPL vs. Radiofrequency for Dry Eye

Dry eye disease is a common condition affecting millions of people worldwide. While it can be irritating, uncomfortable, and even painful at times, there is good news! Through forms of dry eye therapy like intense pulsed light (IPL) or radiofrequency (RF), you can find relief with the help of your optometrist. But are these treatments…
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Can Dry Eye Cause Headaches?

Having dry eyes can cause a wide range of uncomfortable symptoms, including redness, irritation, and a gritty or burning sensation in your eyes—but can it also cause headaches?  Some individuals may experience dry eye symptoms and headaches at the same time. However, there is insufficient research to conclude that dry eye can cause headaches.  If…

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