Why am I so dry?

Question

Like my eyes are really dry, is because of staring at the PC screen?

Answer 1

Yep!!! Blink often and get yourself some artificial tears!!

Answer 2

I don't know that staring at the computer screen would make your eyes dry.

Staring and keeping the eyelids open would dry them out a bit.

Drink plenty of water

If dry eyes is the major problem consider getting some eye drops.

Answer 3

Could be that or it could be you have a problem with dry eyes - there is a product on the market for just dry eyes - made by Visine!@

Answer 4

yep...I stare at a computer screen all day at work, and by the end of the day my eyes are dry and sore

Answer 5

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003087.htm
Common causes of dry eyes include:

Aging
Dry environment or workplace (wind, air conditioning)
Sun exposure
Smoking or second-hand smoke exposure
Cold or allergy medicines
An eye injury or other problem with your eyes or eyelids (like a drooping eyelid or bulging eyes)
Sjogren's syndrome -- includes dry eyes, mouth, and mucus membranes, and often rheumatoid arthritis or other joint disorder

http://www.neovisioneyecenter.com/dryeyes.html
Causes of Dry Eyes
Dry eye condition is due to a deficiency of tear production by the lacrimal glands. It is often a normal part of the aging process but the degree of dryness varies from person to person. Although dry eye can occur in both men and women at any age, women are most often affected. This is especially true after menopause. Dry eye can result from:
Problems with normal blinking
Computer use
Chemical or thermal burns to the eye
Eye injuries and refractive surgeries (PRK & LASIK)
Certain medications like antihistamines, decongestants, oral contraceptives, sleeping pills, blood pressure medication, diuretics, pain relievers, antidepressants, and anti-anxiety medications
Environmental factors like sun, wind, cold, dry air, indoor heating and air conditioning, high altitudes etc.
Rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren's syndrome, diabetes, thyroid disorders, autoimmune disorders (i.e. lupus), Bell's palsy etc.

Treatment of Dry Eyes
Unfortunately, dry eye cannot be cured, but your eye's sensitivity can be decreased and treatment prescribed so that your eyes remain healthy and your vision is not affected. Your doctor may prescribe one or more of the following treatments: regular blinking to spread tears over the eye, especially when using a steady focus (e.g. computer screen) for an extended period
Changing environmental factors like avoiding hair dryers, wind and dust and increasing the level of humidity
Avoid smoking
Using artificial tear solutions
Using long lasting moisturizing ointment, especially at bedtime
Wearing wrap-around glasses to reduce the drying effect of the wind
Temporarily or permanently plugging the tear ducts while manually replacing the tears with drops or ointments. Recently a prescription eyedrop is recommended to increase the tear production. Contact your ophthalmologist to check your eligibility for this treatment.

If untreated, dry eye can be more than just irritating or uncomfortable. Excessive dry eye can damage eye tissue and possibly scar the cornea, the transparent front covering of the eye, impairing vision. Contact lens wear may be more difficult due to the possibility of increased irritation and a greater chance of eye infection.

If you are experiencing the symptoms of dry eye, your ophthalmologist can perform "dry eye" tests using diagnostic instruments to give a highly magnified view and special dyes to evaluate the quality, amount and distribution of tears. Your ophthalmologist will also need to know about your every day activities, your general health, medications you are taking and about environmental factors that may be causing your symptoms.

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dry-eyes/DS00463/DSECTION=3
Tears are much more than just water. They're a complex mixture of water, fatty oils, proteins, electrolytes, bacteria-fighting substances and growth factors that regulate various cell processes. This mixture helps make the surface of your eyes smooth and clear. Without tears, good vision is impossible.

For some people, the cause of dry eyes is an imbalance in the composition of their tears.
Hope this helps you out

Answer 6

you could be suffering from a case of dry eye syndrome or it could be the manifestation of an underlying ocular condition.i suggest you see an optometrist and have him examine your eyes,it'smother natures precious gift to us,you won't get another pair should anything happen to those beautiful eyes.goodluck!

Answer 7

Use eye drops.

Answer 8

See an eye doctor.
It could be blocked tear ducts.

Answer 9

that might be it..get some eye drops

Answer 10

might be allergies