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What is Keratoconjunjunctivitis?
Dry eye syndrome (DES) also called dry eye or keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) is a common disorder of the tear film. This is a condition in which the membranes on the surface of the eye known as the conjunctiva become red and inflamed because of insufficient tears to lubricate and nourish the eye.Tears are a complex mixture of water, fatty oils, and mucus. This mixture helps make the surface of your eyes smooth and clear. With each blink of the eyelids, tears are spread across the front surface of the eye, known as the cornea and they provide lubrication and helps protect the eyes from infection.
Recovery Time
It may take three to six months to completely recover.Diagnosis
Dry eyes can be diagnosed through a comprehensive eye examination.- Patient medical history
- External examination of the eye, including lid structure and blink dynamics
- Evaluation of the eyelids and cornea using bright light and magnification
- Measurement of the quantity and quality of tears for any abnormalities using special dyes
FAQs prepared by doctor
1. What is keratoconjunctivits sicca?Dry eye syndrome (DES) also called dry eye or keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) is a common disorder of the tear film, caused by either decreased tear production or increased tear film evaporation.
2. How does this disease occur?
In this disease, the membranes on the surface of the eye known as the conjunctiva become red and inflamed because of insufficient tears to lubricate and nourish the eye.
3. What are tears?
Tears are a complex mixture of water, fatty oils, and mucus. This mixture helps make the surface of your eyes smooth and clear. With each blink of the eyelids, tears are spread across the front surface of the eye, known as the cornea and they provide lubrication and help protect the eyes from infection.
4. What to do when one is suffering from such disease?
One shall apply a warm washcloth to your eyes. Gently rub the washcloth over your eyelids to loosen any debris. Purposefully blink more often. Rest your eyes once in a while. Increase the level of humidity in the air at work and at home. Wear sunglasses outdoors, particularly those with wrap around frame design, to reduce exposure to drying winds and sun. Gently massage your closed eyes by rolling your little finger in a circular motion.
5. When shall one consult a doctor?
Consult a doctor if one experience symptoms like Blurred vision, burning, itching or redness in the eye, Gritty or scratchy feeling in the eye, Sensitivity to light or Stingy or sticky mucus discharge from eyes.