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My dry eye treatment isn’t working

Posted by pha29205 @pha29205, 5 days ago

I have dry eyes. Using venue drops twice a day and preservative free drops. Not working. My eyes drip tears when I’m driving constantly and I can’t see

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sue225 | @sue225 | 1 day ago
In reply to @ashleyharris728 "@sue225 I did an acute series of 4 light treatments and I did not realize you..." + (show)
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@sue225 I did an acute series of 4 light treatments and I did not realize you need to do a maintenance treatment every six months as well. Otherwise you may have to do another acute series. This is not covered in the US so the ongoing expense is something to consider.
Do you have autologous serum eye drops available in Canada? My Mayo optometrist said it is one of the best things for inflammation. Here in the US a month’s supply is about $100, unfortunately not covered by insurance here.
I agree the warm compress is one of the best things to do! The moist heat from the Bruder mask is really nice, I just wish I could find something that didn’t cool so quickly. Definitely better than a washcloth, though.

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I put my mask in for 30 seconds in the microwave (the maximum time) and the heat lasts for min. 20 minutes.
Did the light treatments work for you? Any side effects from the treatment? (To your skin?) Also, those protective shields that are placed in the eye make me nervous.
Have you tried the serum tears? Serum tears are not covered in Canada.
For now I am still in decision mode. I can use my FML steroid drop when required and have my eye pressure checked every four months (prolonged use of steroid drops can lead to glaucoma).
Thanks for your message.

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linda82 | @linda82 | 7 hours ago
In reply to @ashleyharris728 "@linda82 I do IPL but it is very expensive and the maintenance is not cheap either...." + (show)
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@linda82 I do IPL but it is very expensive and the maintenance is not cheap either. Sometimes they include oil gland expression. I found IPL very painful but I also have sensitive skin. It just hurts so much I can hardly believe I pay hundreds of dollars to put myself through the pain! Oh well, I’ve been told it’s one of the best things I can do for severe dry eye.

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@ashleyharris728 agree on the expensive part of IPL. I have had in the past for face treatments and has to be done by a nurse or Dr. They have to determine what (number) to use based on your DNA and not much pain due to numbing gel and my skin did great from it. But, the one for under your eyes is targeted smaller head and they can adjust the strength.
I decided to wait until the winter to do if needed. (due to sun exposure)
I decided to do the Zest treatment ($220) on Feb 23rd. The following week I was in FL and was shocked I did not use eye drops once! (I still use my ocusoft in the shower)
I am pleased with the effects of the treatment.

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breakstay | @breakstay | 6 hours ago

Hi. I too have been dealing with chronic dry eye conditions for at least two decades. Recently I learned about Lacrifill. It’s a relatively new treatment approved by the FDA within the last year.

The treatment consists of your ophthalmologist inserting a gel like substance into your lower lid. I did not find it uncomfortable. This gel like substance lasts for about 6 months. I tried it for the first time this past December. Of all the treatments I’ve been recommended and there have been dozens, I have found this to be the only treatment in which I noticed a difference immediately. That gel like substance helps keep the eye moist. I continue to use all of the other prescribed drops but this treatment, for me, has been surprisingly beneficial.
Good luck.

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