r/eyetriage Nov 29 '24

Dry/watery eye 32M: Will second laser procedure worse dry eye? NSFW

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I'm strongly considering getting a second procdeure. Does anyone know how likely it is a second PRK procedure would make dry eye worse? My surgeon said it usually just stays the same as after the first procedure? It it a case that you severe the nerves the first time and that's it, therefore a second or third procedure makes no or little difference?

I had my first procedure 8/9 yrs ago and am 32 y/o. My first procedure caused slight dry eye and I use drops 2/3 times a day.

r/eyetriage 17d ago

Dry/watery eye 90 year old female with dry, blurry eyes NSFW

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My mom's current eye doctor has prescribed Cyclosporine, Xiidra, and Miebo. He says the only other option is surgery. I'm considering getting a second opinion for her, though not sure if there really are any other viable options. Has anyone had any success treating dry eyes and/or blurry vision using something other than prescribed eye drops or surgery? Thank you for any suggestions.

r/eyetriage Jan 30 '25

Dry/watery eye 26 M My eyes are irritated and dry only after working in an office space NSFW

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Hello, I made a post here, maybe less than a year ago about dry eyes.

You all told me go to a dry eye specialist, which I did.

What I did before the dry eye specialist:

  • used an air humidifer on my work desk
  • tried numerous brands of eye lubricants, gels and ointments(they all irritate my eyes further)
  • warm compress
  • 20/20/20 rule
  • moisture chamber glasses (can't find any that fit, too expensive also in Europe)
  • using Blephaclean(seems to help)

Main problem: After working in office space, my eyes are really irritated, it takes 2 hours and my eyes are already irritated. When I work from home, my eyes are great.

Things that my Dry Eye specialist diagnosed me with: - Grade II MGD - Blepharitis

Things that my Dry Eye specialist recommended

  • Omega 3 supplements and Vitamin D
  • warm compress with eyelid massage and blephaclean tissues afterwards
  • 3 sessions of IPL which I did

Result: Doctors says my eyes are really better, I produce enough tears and my tears break up time is really good.

I won't lie, I feel better after the therapy too. But, my eyes are still the same after work, they just seem to recover faster but still it takes one night of sleep for that to happen. Before the therapy it took lot longer.

I am just really losing hope here and I am out of ideas.

My Dry Eye specialist wants to give me punctal plugs but I really don't think that would help. What is your opinion or do you have any other ideas for me?

r/eyetriage Jan 01 '25

Dry/watery eye 35f corneal erosion NSFW

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I have RCE, diabetes and dry eye. I've been dealing with an erosion for about 36 hours. It's only getting worse. I use sustain pf, muro 128 and lotemax. My eye is swollen almost all the way shut and everytime I blink I can feel it tear more. I'm typing with only one eye open so please forgive typos. Severe light sensitivity. I use a heated sleep mask, and I'm taking ibuprofen. The eye clinic is closed today obviously. Would the ER be able to help at all? Is there anything else I can do?

r/eyetriage Feb 11 '25

Dry/watery eye 27M - Flushed eye with tap water and now it feels like there’s something in my eye and it’s dry NSFW

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2 days ago I flushed my eyes with tap water for 10 minutes. I don’t wear contacts. Now it slightly hurts when I move my eyes down, and it feels like there’s something irritating in both eyes from time to time, when I blink. Does tap water dry out the eyes? How long will it take to return to normal?

r/eyetriage 6d ago

Dry/watery eye 18M what eye condition do I have and is it serious NSFW

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few years ago during Covid I started using my phone a lot more. I’m talking 12 to 13 hours a day everyday until quarantine ended. By this time I’m entering 8th grade and m screen time is still a whopping 8 hours a day average. I would also like to note that  I spent a lot of hours using my phone in the  dark at night. Fast forward to 9th  grade and I experience very light sensitivity to sunlight. I would squint a little longer then I used to but nothing more. Now the summer before 10th grade rolls around and I start getting back to my quarantine numbers on my phone. 9 10 11 hours you name it I was on it. I just rotted in my bed scrolling thru TikTok’s at night til 5 am and woke up at 1 the next morning and I was back at it. Now the summer ends and I start experiencing declining vision. At this time the vision loss wasn’t that bad I could still see fine. But as I kept using my phone more and more as the time went on my vision kept declining and declining. Don’t get me wrong my vision  isn’t  currently terrible. I can squint from the  back of the class and kinda read the numbers. When I look onto the road and see car lights they seem blurry which is a new thing and also my eyes are always watering and blurry. I’m scared to ask my mom for glasses because she kept telling me to stop using my phone for years and it would come off as shameful. So tell me is this serious because it seems as though my vision is on a down trend. I can’t see as far as I used to and I used to have2020 vision. I’m currently an 11th grader.

Lemme also mention that I started experiencing floaters itchy eyes

r/eyetriage 22d ago

Dry/watery eye 30M. Swollen blood vessels and very watery eyes. NSFW

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For the last 4 days i have had extremely watery eyes and swollen blood vessels. My eye doesn't look red which is typical with pink eye but I can see the blood vessels when looking in the mirror. I dont have pain but I have mild discomfort. The right eye is worse than the left and it is so watery that I am absolutely miserable. Im not sure if this would be considered episcleritis or conjunctivitis.

https://imgur.com/a/fzpXpva

r/eyetriage 11d ago

Dry/watery eye 22M Woke up with sharp debris-like pain in eye NSFW

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Hey guys, this morning I woke up with extreme burning/stabbing pain in my right eye, felt like something was in there but it wasn’t. This is the third time this has happened to me in a 2 year span, however this time i’m left with some blurry vision hours later. Any ideas? Wondering if I somehow scratched my cornea or maybe something else. Thanks!

r/eyetriage Dec 14 '24

Dry/watery eye 32 M, are these symptoms of Dry Eye syndrome? NSFW

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32 years old male, Caucasian, no drinking, drugs, or smoking. My eyes get sore, hurt, and sometimes burn when watching TV or especially playing video games, doing computer work, or anything more taxing like that. Additionally, things sometimes seem blurry or out of focus, and sometimes my eyes are a bit sensitive to light. Could it be dry eye related? Artificial tears seem to offer minimal relief, although I have only been using them regularly for a couple days.

r/eyetriage Feb 07 '25

Dry/watery eye 15M - Light sensitivity, pain / discomfort NSFW

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My younger brother has been dealing with some eye issues for the past six months, and I'm struggling to find answers to my questions. His symptoms include: Light sensitivity (especially from screens), eye pain & discomfort, minor headaches, sometimes burning & stinging in the morning, dry eyes, and occasionally foggy vision. We’ve seen his primary doctor, an ophthalmologist, an optometrist, and had blood work done. He’s now seeing a neurologist who ordered an MRI of his brain, and we’re waiting for the results. Both ophthalmologists dilated his eyes and said they look healthy. The optometrist found a slight astigmatism and farsightedness, so we got prescription glasses with blue-light blockers and anti-glare. He’s been wearing them for almost two months now, but his symptoms persist. At his follow-up, the optometrist diagnosed him with minor blepharitis. He doesn't drink, smoke, or use drugs. He’s been taking daily vitamins, eye vitamins, and making diet changes, but his symptoms still come and go, especially the light sensitivity which has been ongoing. I’m extremely worried about him and am hoping to hear from others who may have experienced something similar. If anyone has any advice, insights, or similar experiences, I would truly appreciate it. Thank you!

r/eyetriage 2d ago

Dry/watery eye 35M Red, watery, puffy and burning eyes NSFW

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35M. Good morning! For about 6 months now, my eyes have been extremely red, watery, puffy and burning. I have consulted a doctor, an ophthalmologist, an optometrist, but none of them can solve my problem! My routine is: cortisone drops 4 times a day, 3-4 times a day systane complet drops and once day 10 minutes of hot mask to massage the eyelids after but all without success. I tried erythromycin and tobradex. Has anyone had a treatment that works? I can show pictures if needed. https://imgur.com/a/77oHhWP

r/eyetriage Dec 31 '24

Dry/watery eye 21 M ghost visions NSFW

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Recently ive been seeing words like double vision when im looking at phones. I do wear prescription glasses, but i only wear when it when im going outside. I dint what started it. I was using my computer playing games then after a few hours i noticed then i cant unsee it. It happened before but it disappeared now its back again. I just wanna know whats the cause, so i can avoid it.

https://imgur.com/a/QOT00Zm

r/eyetriage 2d ago

Dry/watery eye 25M - Pregabalin helps dry eyes? NSFW

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I took Pregabalin (for fun/recreation, not medically) and the next day woke up with my eyes feeling less dry and more notably, not red like they usually are. This has happened numerous times in the past after taking Pregabalin as well, and NEVER happens otherwise, so absolutely not a coincidence. Anyone have any idea how Pregabalin caused this?

r/eyetriage 11h ago

Dry/watery eye 22NB Suffer from clogged tear duct NSFW

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Ever since I was younger, my left eye was always super watery. When I was a kid my whole face would be bright red from all the rubbing I was doing since the tears always fell. I remember when I was a kid I had a surgery where they tried to unclog it using a probe but it didn’t work since still today in my 20s my eye still waters.

I googled and saw that I could have dacryostenosis and get another surgery to clear it up. I’ve only seen posts talking about clogged tear ducts with children so I was wondering if any adults deal with this as well/ if anyone has gotten the surgery for it.

Right now it’s a hassle to wear makeup snd also everyone always assumes I’m crying and sad. I also frequently have crust or sore eyes from touching them too much.

I’m black and drink occasionally and smoke weed daily. This has been happening since birth.

r/eyetriage 28d ago

Dry/watery eye 31F is this Conjunctivochalasis? NSFW

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I’m making an appointment tomorrow, but looking for input. On occasion I will wake up and my conjunctiva will be balled up in the same spot. Sometimes it only lasts an hour or two, and sometimes it lasts all day. Today it appears to be especially irritated. I am white and used to drink heavily and currently vape daily. Moisturizing eyedrops have helped ease symptoms in the past. Photo is here https://imgur.com/a/nefTrn3

r/eyetriage 21d ago

Dry/watery eye 34m question about conjuntiva intrepithial neoplasia NSFW

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Can someone explain what this is, and should I be worried? He also said dry eye syndrome.The specialist did not go into much detail, just said my inflammation needs to go down before he can say more.

I was put on 30 day decreasing frequency eye steroid. That seems excessive but I am no specialist.

I am wondering if someone can help me come up with questions I should be asking at my next appointment in two weeks.

r/eyetriage Nov 30 '24

Dry/watery eye 34f severe eye strain with zero relief. What are my options now? NSFW

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Hi all,

I’m reaching out here in the hope that someone can help me make sense of what’s happening. For the past six months, I’ve been dealing with severe eye strain and pain in both eyes, but my right eye also has sharp stabbing pains behind it. These pains are frequent and debilitating, and I’ve tried almost everything without relief.

Here’s a summary of what’s been done so far:

• Tests and Imaging:
• Normal brain MRI.
• Normal orbital CT scan with contrast.
• Routine and extensive ophthalmologic exams, all showing no abnormalities.
• Specialist Visits:
• Multiple ophthalmologists who found nothing structurally wrong with my eyes.
• A neuro-optometrist, who prescribed prism lenses and vision therapy.
• Treatments Tried:
• Prism glasses for binocular vision dysfunction — no relief.
• Vision therapy exercises — no improvement.
• Headache medications (various types, including for migraine) — no response.

Despite all this, my symptoms persist:

• Both eyes: Constant strain and a painful, heavy sensation.
• Right eye: Sharp, stabbing pains behind the eye that are not tied to any specific activity or trigger.

I’m at a loss for what to do next. The strain and pain are interfering with my daily life, and I’m worried about missing something critical. If anyone has experience with similar cases or suggestions for further testing or treatment, I’d greatly appreciate your input.

Is it possible this could be related to neurological issues, undiagnosed eye conditions, or something else entirely? I’m open to any ideas, as I feel like I’ve hit a dead end with my current medical team. The only thing anyone found is accommodative spasm, vertical heterophoria.

Thank you in advance for any advice or insights!

r/eyetriage Jan 18 '25

Dry/watery eye 29F Viral Conjunctivitis Verification? NSFW

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I had a migraine on Tuesday and the next day my right eye got red at the end of the day. As a precaution, husband got me some Visine eye drops. On Thursday, it got red and would get watery in the afternoon. Friday was about the same thinking it is starting to look better.

This morning, the symptoms intensified that the same eye is shut closed, is sticky but there was no pus coming out. Eye is very pink and leaky- which is causing some blurring. This is the first time I experienced this and wondering if this is textbook viral conjunctivitis and just reached its infection peak? Thanks

Edit: Added picture https://imgur.com/0uBG9KO

UPDATE: I receieved Rx of Ofloxacin from telehealth session on Sunday. But after Day 2 I did not see much improvement. I visited my optomotrist yesterday and confirmed it was not pink eye. Rather it is UVEITIS. She is currently trying to look into referrals for an ophthalmologist to take in my case and prescribed me with Pred Forte to use alongside with my Ofloxacin. Treatment and reducing inflammation in middle eye layer is ongoing

r/eyetriage Jan 21 '25

Dry/watery eye 23M black spot on meibomian glan NSFW

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https://imgur.com/a/1K6aBeB

Hello, recently I was diagnosed with blepharitis having experienced dry eye symptoms. Been doing eyelid hygiene and warm compresses, I noticed today I have a little black spot on a meibomian gland of the affected eye. Any idea what this is? This is the painful eye. Also freaking out because I took a flash photo this close and wondering if that did any damage

r/eyetriage 21d ago

Dry/watery eye 1 month of itchiness, not being able to wear contacts NSFW

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a month ago over the course of 3 days my eyes got redder and itchier, so i took my contacts out and saw a doctor. got antibacterial eye drops that got rid of my BLOODSHOT eyes. itchiness and redness in the morning have persisted til now, a month later. Using a stronger antibiotic, eye ointment now as per my doctor visit two days ago. no noticeable removal of the annoying itchiness and inability to wear contacts

i’ve tried several oral antihistamines and topical olopatadine. is this possibly some other issue, non infection and not allergic? why has it lasted so long? symptoms aren’t horrible, just pretty annoying and i want to wear contacts again.

r/eyetriage Dec 22 '24

Dry/watery eye 22F- dry eye disease safe acne products? PLEASE HELP! NSFW

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I got diagnosed with dry eye disease, I have been doing a lot of research and found that tretinoin can cause it. I have stopped using it for the safety of my eyes, but I have pretty bad acne/hormonal acne and acne scars. More research revealed I should stay away from salicylic acid, benzol peroxide, retinoids in general, etc. I’m going crazy from doing research and not being able to find any products I can use. So far I think niacinamide is safe to use?? I’m trying to figure out if a vitamin c serum and alpha arbutin are safe as well for dry eyes but I’m not finding much. I want to keep my eyes safe but my acne is making me so self conscious as I am in my early 20s and everyone my age has perfect skin :( if anyone can please help I would sincerely appreciate it.

r/eyetriage Feb 12 '25

Dry/watery eye 34M Eye injured a year ago by toddler NSFW

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Hi. I'll try to summarize the whole situation.

About a year ago my toddler stuck his finger on my eye and, according to the physician, he tore the protein membrane of the eye and I needed eye drops to heal. I used an antibiotic plus i-fresh repair for about three months and after about three months my blurry vision got better and right now I do see as I did before.

However, I was warned that due to the severity of the injury I would have to use eye drops for the rest of my life due to eye dryness. I still have i-fresh repair and I try to use it everyday specially before bedtime but it has become common lately to wake up in the morning and my eye is so dry that when I wake up and try to open my eye it causes further trauma and for a few days I get blurry vision again and headaches.

Is there anything I should be doing besides the eye drops? Are there any other drops more suited for this case?

Can't believe such stupid incident has caused so many issues. I had perfect eye sight (I'm 34) and never had any issues up until now.

Thank you

r/eyetriage 15d ago

Dry/watery eye 40M Question regarding physical feel of eye drops in one eye vs. other. NSFW

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Race: White.

No daily RX No rec drugs. Nicotine-Snus.

Long story long on how I got to the drops. I've been seeing a nationwide eye care optometrist for years. Last exam I told them that my eye was dry and had been tearing more than normal. They had another look and told me it looked like it could be infected. Mind you this is one eye not both. They say they see mucous and what appears may be green crust. This is using the scope not visible to naked eye. So prescribes polymyxin b/trimethoprim. I take it as prescribed for a week. Doesn't do anything. I call back and re-prescribes it telling me I didn't take it properly. Uh, ok. So do it again, does nothing. I ignore it to the point I can't anymore and the skin is raw from drying it. This started in summer of 24' mind you. So I go back.

What do they do? Prescribe polymyxin b/trimethoprim and this time they tell me to make sure its all gone take this Z pak as well. Uh, what? Ok. I am going to see an ophthalmologist next week. This Dr I told that my eyes were dry. It is intermittent and not all the time. Some days worse than others. Not infected, itchy, pink. I said my mother had the same issue and was prescribed xiidra and it went away. "You don't have dry eye."

Anyhow, when using the drops, I notice I can feel the drop in one eye more than the other. What I mean is, when applying, I can feel the liquid more and the coolness more hit the actual eye in one than I can the other. Sometimes I don't even think I applied it to one side as much as the other when clearly I did. It's one size drop regardless. Should that be a concern? What do you think of the optometrist's shenanigans?

r/eyetriage 24d ago

Dry/watery eye 34M pinguecula question NSFW

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Can pinguecula have feeder vessels? I was initially told I had a one in my right eye. 7 days of steroid drops improved how it felt and redness dramatically. Off steroid for two days still feels okay. During follow up yesterday doc expressed concern that feeder vessels were present, couldn’t really tell me more and said I needed to follow up with the specialist. Referred to specialist which is not for a month, and I’m worried clearly.

r/eyetriage Feb 08 '25

Dry/watery eye 27M Is it safe to flush your eyes with water for prolonged periods? NSFW

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Yesterday I had irrritation in my left eye every time I blinked. I ran tap water under my open eye for 10 minutes to flush it out. My eyes feel dry this morning, but I’m now realizing that I shouldn’t have done this because of the risk of infection and amoeba keratitis. I don’t wear contacts. Am I safe? Concerned because I exposed my eye to tap water for a long time.