The symptoms of dry eye are multifactorial, says Mina Massaro-Giordano, MD, making identifying and treating dry eye important for quality of life. Massaro-Giordano: Taking the newest definition, the ...

A steroid alternative may offer a new way to treat dry eye by restoring the eye’s natural protective defenses.

What if eyes could use light to heal themselves? Drawing inspiration from how plants harness sunlight, researchers at the ...

Dry eyes can have many causes, many of which may seem to come out of nowhere. Typically, this can be solved with home remedies or OTC eye drops, but if it persists, you may want to see a doctor. Dry ...

For patients with mild dry eye syndrome (DES), aqueous or lipid enhancement of the tear film with topical agents is the appropriate first-line therapy. These include emulsions, gels and ointments ...

A trio of studies from the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) 2026 Annual Meeting show the potential of several emerging treatments for dry eye disease.

(Uma Shankar Sharma/Moment/Getty Images) Plants rely on sunlight and photosynthesis to live, and now scientists have adapted ...

Dear Savvy Senior: What kinds of treatments are available to combat dry eyes? Since I turned 55, my eyes have become increasingly dry and sensitive. — Blinking Brenda Dear Brenda: Dry eye is a common ...

A novel rexinoid eye drop treatment improved the function of protective macrophages within the eyes. The approach reduced ...

Burning, itching, watering eyes. Few things are a bigger nuisance than irritated eyes, so it's no surprise there are so many options for dry eye relief. While various treatment options are available ...

Dry eye disease significantly impacts quality of life, with 75% of sufferers finding it bothersome and many reducing daily activities. A substantial 78% of survey participants desire more educational ...

Dry eye disease can lead to corneal abrasions (scratches) in some cases, while injuries to your cornea, such as abrasions, can also lead to dry eye. Dry eyes are medically known as dry eye disease or ...