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Why Do My Tears Sting My Eyes?

Tears do more than express emotion—they also play a vital role in protecting your eyes and keeping them healthy. While they may look like simple droplets, tears are made up of a delicate balance of water, oil, and mucus. But what happens when that balance is thrown off? There are many reasons why your tears…
Woman experiencing eye strain and holding her head in discomfort while working on a laptop, possibly due to dry eye symptoms.

Can Dry Eye Cause Headaches?

Headaches can have many different causes—stress, dehydration, even posture. When they occur alongside sore, irritated eyes, it’s easy to wonder if dry eye is to blame. While dry eye may not directly cause headaches, factors like screen time, poor lighting, or fatigue can contribute to headaches, making them feel connected even if the link isn’t…
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Can Dry Eye Cause Floaters?

Dry, irritated eyes can feel like a constant nuisance. Many people with dry eye syndrome also have symptoms such as discomfort, redness, and blurred vision. Some people may experience dry eyes with floaters—those tiny spots or squiggly lines that drift across your field of vision. However, floaters are a different visual concern and have no…
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Does Drinking Water Help With Dry Eyes?

Dry, stinging, and irritated eyes can significantly impact daily life and harm overall eye health. Dry eye disease or dehydration can cause these symptoms. But what if the solution is as simple as reaching for a glass of water? This isn’t always the case, as dry eye is a multifactorial disease that physiological and environmental…

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