Out of Tears: Living with Dry Eyes

It may sound self-pitying, but one of the most disturbing features of my life –  disturbing in every sense of the word – is being woken up multiple times almost every night, unable to open my eyes. This is caused by my condition, known technically as lacrimal keratoconjunctivitis, or more commonly, “dry eyes.”  It’s extremely […]

Dry Eyes in Summer: Causes and How to Find Relief

Dry Eye Syndrome (sometimes called dry eye disease or DED) is a condition that was reported in 2020 to be affecting over 16 million adults in the U.S. alone. Although Dry Eye Syndrome (known medically as keratoconjunctivitis sicca) can affect people regardless of the time of year, it is commonly felt more often, and with […]