Hudson Valley Eye Surgeons

Dry Eye Disease (DED) is a common and often chronic disease affecting the ocular surface. It affects approximately 20 million people in the United States and can have a profound effect on a patient's quality of life. Mild to moderate forms of DED can interfere with everyday tasks to include driving at night, reading and watching TV. Active contact lens wearers and outdoor enthusiasts have also experienced the harmful effects of DED and are unaware the problem is easily treatable if properly identified. Many aging patients don't realize the symptoms of dryness, scratchiness, burning or watering are classic for DED. Most associate their Dry Eyes with the aging process and therefore remain untreated. Trends in the diagnosis of DED are shifting to the millennials who spend a significant amount of time viewing their personal mobile devices and working online. Ask one of our patient services representatives about scheduling an appointment if you are experiencing eye fatigue or dry eye symptoms.