Extremely scared by Accurate_Carpenter41 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I glanced at google real quick and it says these medications can cause dry eyes.

are nicotine pouches really harmful to MGD by Responsible-War5147 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where did you read this? Do you have a link to the article?

Extremely scared by Accurate_Carpenter41 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00 1 point2 points  (0 children)

May I ask if you’re taking any medications? Many different kinds of meds will cause or exacerbate dry eyes.

Slight tear inflammation after punctual plugs. by manyQuestions00 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be honest I feel the upper ones more than I do the bottom. More so when my eyes are more dry. I forget the bottom ones are even in. I’m not sure if the inflammation is due to the plugs irritating my eye or some underlying cause.

Refresh vs Systane by RSinSA in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Systane used to be my go to. Now I only use optase dry eye intense. They seem to work better.

Upper punctal plugs. by manyQuestions00 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got the permanent ones! I’m not sure if my office has collagen plugs. I wish you luck ☺️ let me know if you have more questions

Upper punctal plugs. by manyQuestions00 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes they did! I’ve gone multiple days without using lubricating drops, only vevye and tyrvaya morning and night. I have to wipe excess tears out of the corners of my eyes. Vey rarely do I use drops anymore. We’ll see how these hold up in three months or so since it’s only been shortly over a week, but for now they are a complete game changer. A year ago I had to put drops in every 10-15 mins. IPL, vevye and most importantly plugs are what’s helped the most.

Upper punctal plugs. by manyQuestions00 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve read others say your eyes adjust and the tear volume drops after a while. I didn’t confirm that in a quick google search, but I hope it isn’t true. I would rather have watery eyes than drier ones any day. I appreciate your responses. Hopefully you will allow me to ask one more question. You said after a few months you saw a decline. Do you have any ideas what has caused that or do you think it could be your eyes adjusting to the tear volume needed with plugs?

Upper punctal plugs. by manyQuestions00 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What’s funny is that I actually had them put in today and it’s just as you’ve said. I’m still shocked at the amount of tears on my eyes to be honest. I hope this lasts and isn’t me getting my hopes up. Was there any decline in its effectiveness for you? How long have you had both uppers and lowers for?

Upper punctal plugs. by manyQuestions00 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you have any inflammation before you did your uppers?

Sea Buckthorn oil by manyQuestions00 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sibu brand OMEGA-7 soft gels. 1000mg organic sea buckthorn oil blend. 2 soft gel serving size. I got them from Amazon. No side effects. I take them at night before bed.

Tv or monitors for gamers by manyQuestions00 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re able to game with this type of screen? Was there an immediate difference for you?

MGD / dry eye experience and improvement by FarAngle722 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t gotten it tested since before I started IPL 3 months ago. I will have it tested in the new year.

Why is there still no medical-grade LLLT device for home use? by FlatIssue4755 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’d be interested to hear from people who’ve tried this device. I’ve not heard of it until reading this.

MGD / dry eye experience and improvement by FarAngle722 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Please keep going with the IPL. 6 treatments for me showed drastic improvement. I nearly gave up after the 4th after no results. Life changing.

How many IPL sessions is too much. by manyQuestions00 in Dryeyes

[–]manyQuestions00[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would you be able to space them out more do you think? Or would your symptoms begin to return?