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06-14-2011, 07:26 PM
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Originally Posted by RugosaB
I haven't read all the responses, so maybe this was already mentioned, but maybe you're like me, the doctor called me a 'bad blinker'
I've had a traumatic brain in jury, and had some nerve damge in my face, and when I blink, I don't do it fully, so there's a ridge or line, where I don't fully blink, so it's dry. I just use eye dropes, maybe 20 times a day, or whenever I think of it.
I've had a traumatic brain in jury, and had some nerve damge in my face, and when I blink, I don't do it fully, so there's a ridge or line, where I don't fully blink, so it's dry. I just use eye dropes, maybe 20 times a day, or whenever I think of it.
I HAVE A TBI ALSO
have never heard this mentioned before.
thank you :)
06-14-2011, 07:45 PM
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Originally Posted by dreamer2009
Originally Posted by nursie76
Originally Posted by dreamer2009
Originally Posted by nursie76
There is a prescription med call Restasis that has been in the news a lot. Perhaps you could make an appointment with your ophthalmologist (an MD) and see if this is an option.
didn't work long term regardless.
right when I remove them it starts up.
somehow there is a connection of some kind.
Could it possibly be caused by eye strain? Taking you glasses off might be causing additional "strain" on your eyes. I also have dry eyes, and generally use 'natural tears' to lubricate it. Only one problem with that solution....I keep forgetting to put the drops in. As I've told DH about some of his PRN meds...it won't work if it stays isn the bottle! :lol:
I would avoid the Visine type products...to "get the red out" vessels are constricted. With repeated use, a condition called "rebound" develops...much like using nasal sprays over a long period of time. The tissues end up reacting the the absence in those preparations. The Natural tears product are lubricants...and my eye specialists recommended that for me.
I suppose you might just have to routinely put in the 'natural tears' product...after checking with your doctor first. I always recommend talking with your medical provider before undertaking anything OTC long term.
..... and yes, I am a retired RN from the very old school.
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06-17-2011, 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by dreamer2009
Originally Posted by RugosaB
I haven't read all the responses, so maybe this was already mentioned, but maybe you're like me, the doctor called me a 'bad blinker'
I've had a traumatic brain in jury, and had some nerve damge in my face, and when I blink, I don't do it fully, so there's a ridge or line, where I don't fully blink, so it's dry. I just use eye dropes, maybe 20 times a day, or whenever I think of it.
I've had a traumatic brain in jury, and had some nerve damge in my face, and when I blink, I don't do it fully, so there's a ridge or line, where I don't fully blink, so it's dry. I just use eye dropes, maybe 20 times a day, or whenever I think of it.
I HAVE A TBI ALSO
have never heard this mentioned before.
thank you :)
When I awake in the am is still the time when I notice the most drying. I must not close my eyes fully when I sleep, so just add a drop of artificial tears to each eye when I get up, and I'm good the rest of the day
My main problem is that I'm allergic to most eye drops. It's suspected to be the preservatives used, and started when I tried to wear contacts years and years ago. I've even used the ones said to be good for allergies. Nope, can't use them. The one that I can use is the cheap Meijer brand believe it or not, so that's what I bye.
06-17-2011, 02:25 PM
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Originally Posted by greensleeves
Could be wet outside and low humidity inside if you use A/C a lot and cause dry eyes. Just a thought.
I went to nursing school, but am not currently a nurse. As you can probably tell, I do not take any prescriptions unless you force me. I lean toward natural medicine.
I hope this helps,
Linda
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