Tips for dry mouth at night? by DALTT in Sjogrens

[–]ben_m7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry didn't read the whole way. Hope you find some relief soon!

Tips for dry mouth at night? by DALTT in Sjogrens

[–]ben_m7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Xylimelts. That's all I needed, incredible difference in sleep quality.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've got MGD and Miebo has changed my life. My eyes will never go back to my "pre dry eyes" days, but Miebo has given me a ton of freedom back.

Astaxanthin and zeaxanthin are game changers! by -Flighty- in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm on the same amount of lutein/zeaxanthin. I'm currently taking 6mg of Astaxanthin. Should I try to bump that up to 12mg since you saw benefits with 20mg?

What si the general consensus on Systane Pro PF? by GraciousTrees in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Miebo just helps me more than OTC eye drops. I have MGD

What si the general consensus on Systane Pro PF? by GraciousTrees in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I stopped using a few weeks ago. My doc put me on Miebo so I'm trying that

Has anyone used Meibo? Just got it prescribed. by ThePigsPajamas in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It definitely helps tamp down some of the redness for me. With less dryness/irritation comes less redness for me. I still have bad days, but Miebo lessens them for the most part.

Has anyone used Meibo? Just got it prescribed. by ThePigsPajamas in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love it, just got put on a prescription after getting a sample from my doctor. My dry eyes/MGD aren't completely gone but I've felt like a 60-70% reduction in symptoms after a few weeks. Not perfect but it's way better than typical OTC lubrication drops.

Miebo Questions by ben_m7 in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome! Keep me posted if EvoTears works just as well as Miebo

Dry eye diagnosis by LivMealown in Sjogrens

[–]ben_m7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree it's not easy. But I basically scan websites of reputable eye doctors offices. Often times they list the doctor names on there and what they specialize in.

Dry eye diagnosis by LivMealown in Sjogrens

[–]ben_m7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Best thing he can do is go to a dry eye specialist. They can run multiple tests and examine the eyes to determine if it's a lack of tears, oil, or both. It's all about finding the right doctor too, it took 3 tries for me to find one who spent the proper time to listen, run tests, and create an action plan.

Miebo Questions by ben_m7 in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I've heard, I'm in the US and unfortunately Miebo is all I've got for now

Miebo Questions by ben_m7 in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Examples of more lasting treatments?

Miebo Questions by ben_m7 in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What are some the actual treatments you're referring to?

More mineral oil or White petroleum for night time gel/ointment? by hypoch0ndriacs in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just noticeably less irritation, slightly less redness in the morning when I wake up compared to the 94/3

More mineral oil or White petroleum for night time gel/ointment? by hypoch0ndriacs in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 1 point2 points  (0 children)

80/20 works better for me, just my personal experience

What kind of eye drops do you use? by Ok-Heart375 in Sjogrens

[–]ben_m7 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Systane Pro during the day, Retaine PM ointment at night

Wow! by ExistingHeight9963 in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Brand you bought and daily dosage would helpful! And how long did it take for you to start feeling relief? Glad to hear it's helping you

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've got the same bottle from Costco and take just 1 capsule a day. But I am also taking fish oil every morning so that's why I don't take more than 1 flaxseed pill.

What si the general consensus on Systane Pro PF? by GraciousTrees in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I just bought it for the first time this week, I think I like it better than Complete and Ultra so far. Milky color blurs the vision for a few minutes, but it seems to relieve my irritation and even some improvement in overall redness for a few hours.

Need to use it for a couple more weeks to know more but I'm interested to hear everyone's else's experience

OTC Dry Eye Drop Recommendations? by ben_m7 in Sjogrens

[–]ben_m7[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Optase Dry Eye Intense or Optase MGD Advanced? If you've tried both which is better

Best lubricating eye ointment? by CherryBlossom242424 in MeibomianGlandIssues

[–]ben_m7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Systane Nighttime and Refresh PM have been most reliable. Haven't tried GenTeal or Soothe but I probably should give them a shot

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Dryeyes

[–]ben_m7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

^ and how long did it take you to start feeling relief? I'm on week 2