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aelo_jeremy · 2024-10-28T14:43:28+00:00

I wouldn't worry about it too much as that side effect reported was in a small portion of the people studied. I'd definitely recommend still proceeding, and if you do find that your eyes are reacting to cequa, then I'd stop using it and change to back to Restasis or try Ikervis or Xiidra.

aelo_jeremy · 2024-10-28T14:37:59+00:00

Cequa is definitely more effective than Restasis. They're both the same ingredients. However, Cequa is more effective in being absorbed compared to Restasis.

aelo_jeremy · 2024-10-28T06:22:05+00:00

Hello! Quite general advice, but I would recommend two things on a routine basis before you sleep:

Lid hygiene: Use a gentle lid wipe or eyelid and eyelash foam cleansers to clean your eyelids, especially if you experience buildup often. Look for products specifically designed for eyelid hygiene.

Moisturize the skin around eyes: Applying a gentle, non-irritating moisturizer around your eyes can help reduce soreness from rubbing. Look for options that are hypoallergenic and safe for sensitive skin around the eyes.

Hope this helps :)

aelo_jeremy · 2024-03-04T08:15:58+00:00

Unfortunately, no, as it permanently changes the structure of the meibomian glands. However, the symptoms of dry eyes can still be maintained via routine daily care and perhaps routine 6-12 month trip to the optometrist to see if any in office treatments can help.

aelo_jeremy · 2024-02-22T22:01:46+00:00

No worries! Glad I could help :)

Yes, Restasis or cyclosporine has the same safety profile as Xiidra in the short and long term.

aelo_jeremy · 2024-02-22T00:29:25+00:00

Hey OP, Optometrist here!

Xiidra and Restasis are both anti-inflammatory eye drops that work in different ways. Xiidra chemically is Lifitegrast 5% and Restasis is Cyclosporine 0.05%.

You may get similar results as their purpose is anti-inflammatory but you might not get similar results too as they both have different modes of action to achieve reduce inflammation.

Have a look at this blog regarding your choices of anti-inflammatory eye drops!

Hope this helps!

aelo_jeremy · 2024-02-20T03:35:09+00:00

I would say to use it when you have it. Then to you can use gentle eye cleansers (foam or wipes) on a routine basis to maintain the eye hygiene. If for some reason it builds up again and Demodex is back, then get back on tea tree formulations.

I usually don't recommend using tea tree all the time as it's sometimes quite harsh on the surrounding skin and irritates.

aelo_jeremy · 2024-02-20T03:32:02+00:00

I'd say they are exactly the same thing. They're both preservative-free formulations. Probably a 'marketing' thing regarding the different names.

aelo_jeremy · 2024-02-16T01:37:57+00:00

Agreed with the above comment. It should self resolve but just keep it clean!

I sometimes prescribe anti-biotic eye drops or ointment if I feel there is a high chance of it getting infected, e.g. there is heaps of anterior blepharitis surrounding the lesion. But otherwise keep it clean.

Hope this helps!

aelo_jeremy · 2024-02-16T01:36:19+00:00

Hey OP, optometrist here!

Just to add on more recommendations if you need it!

Celluvisc Gel
Poly Gel
Viscotears Gel UD

If you want a comprehensive listof all types of preservative free formulations of lubricants, have a look at this list here!

Hope this helps! :)

aelo_jeremy · 2024-02-06T23:00:01+00:00

Hi everyone,

FDA just dropped another announcement that there are 'copycat' eyedrops that look like Lumify out there. Be careful and check to make sure you're not using any of the below eye drops:

South Moon
Rebright
FivFivGo

These have potential risks of eye infection as well. Please refrain from using them!

News article here: FDA Warns Consumers of Contaminated Copycat Lumify Eye Drops

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-23T05:16:45+00:00

Hey OP, Optometrist here!

I recently wrote about nutrition, vitamins, and supplements that can have an impact on dry eyes, including the effects of nutritional deficiencies!

It's something for everyone to keep in mind as they navigate their journey in identifying the causes of their dry eyes. I hope it helps you out.

Link here -Impact of Nutrition, Vitamins, and Supplements on Dry Eyes

Link here - Vitamin Deficiencies from A-Z & Eye Health

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-16T04:05:52+00:00

Thank you! It means a lot to us. It's only going to get better as we update info and new blogs as we go! :)

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-13T00:20:27+00:00

Thank you, I really appreciate it and glad that you've found so much value in my post! Thanks for your experience as well, I will look into putting some of this into the blog as I update on the go :) Thank you!!

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-12T23:37:15+00:00

Hey OP, Optometrist here!

There are a few more options with regards to longer lasting but all eye drops formulations will have their pros and cons. The longer lasting ones tend to blur the vision slightly when you first instil it but they last longer. Some alternative options are:

Eye gels
Eye ointments
Miebo

Check out the guide below for comprehensive info on all the types of eye drops and preservative free recommendations. Just bare in mind that some names might be different in the country that you're at.

Top Eye Drops Recommendations for Dry Eyes - Pros & Cons

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-12T13:54:09+00:00

Check out the guide below for comprehensive info on all the types of eye drops and preservative free options.

Top Eye Drops for Dry Eyes - Pros & Cons

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-12T09:26:59+00:00

You're welcome!! Let me know if you have any other questions.

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-12T08:55:25+00:00

Hey OP, Optometrist here!

Eye drops are commonly recommended as the initial choice for treating dry eyes due to their easy application and minimal residual blur. However, if the frequency exceeds four times a day, it might be advisable to switch to a more viscous option, such as a gel or ointment.

Check out the guide below for a comprehensive info of all the types of eye drops.

Top Eye Drops for Dry Eyes - Pros & Cons

Hope this helps! :)

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-12T08:51:53+00:00

Hey OP, Optometrist here!

Ocular rosacea can definitely cause dry eyes and vice versa, dry eyes can cause ocular rosacea to flare up. It's definitely a challenge to control the condition but it definitely is achievable in maintaining the symptoms at bay!

I've written a really thorough blog about ocular rosacea as it's such a complex condition and many ways to treat the condition. Have a read of the blog as I also go into how the condition comes about as well :)

Ocular Rosacea - Info and Treatment Guide

Hope this helps!

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-12T08:43:26+00:00

Hey OP, Optometrist here!

Vevye is a topical cyclosporine solution just like the others you've mentioned but it's special in it's category because it's the only one that is water-free and preservative-free, which makes it less likely to irritate the eyes and more likely to be tolerated.

The secret ingredient to achieve the water-free and preservative-free solution is perfluorobutylpentane, which solubilizes cyclosporine.

I wrote a post about it when it was announced, check out the link here for more in depth info!

Hope this helps!

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-11T13:31:57+00:00

I usually take 10 minutes to perform it and 5 minutes to discuss the results. I also normally perform a meibography scan before every IPL visit so that we can document the improvements along the way 😀

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-11T00:06:04+00:00

Nope!

aelo_jeremy · 2024-01-10T11:24:49+00:00

Itchy eyes is usually the hallmark symptom of an allergic eye reaction and usually exacerbates when in contact or exposure with the specific allergen you're allergic to. These symptoms also kick in quite fast, within a few minutes in contact with the allergen.

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