what can I do naturally to get rid of dry eyes?

Answer 1

Naturally: 1) Make sure you're drinking enough water.
2) Decrease caffeine and alcohol consumption.
3) Stop smoking.

Less Naturally: 1) Often dry eyes are due to blockages of the meibomian glands along the lid margin. The meibomian glands produce the oil layer of the tear film which keeps it from evaporating as quickly. This can be exacerbated by blepharitis, a bacterial growth along the base of the lashes. Wash the lid margins every night with a warm, moist cloth and baby shampoo.
2) Try using flaxseed oil supplements.
3) Use artificial tears. Genteal works well. It has a "soft" preservative which dissipates as soon as it hits the eye. This gives the benefit of a preservative free drop without the cost.

Even less naturally:
1) Prescription drops like restasis can be used. They're quite expensive.
2) Punctal plugs can be used. They're silicone plugs that can be inserted in order to stop tear drainage.

I'd get an eye exam in order to find out what the problem is. There can be either tear quantity or quality problems--the treatment modality can be different for each.

Answer 2

It depends on what brought on the dry eyes. Mine were dry initially due to menopause. Then I had to start a medication that caused some additional dryness. And finally, another med was prescribed that made them so bad I can no longer wear my contacts.
I've consulted my opthamologist several times, and we've decided to wait til I finish taking the second meds to try anything else. I already drink about 64 ounces of water a day--or more, and that hasn't made a difference.
It's a rough condition...feels like you have sand in your eyes, or like you've cried all day. I hope yours is quicker to heal than mine has been. But I don't think you can do much without the help of a doctor.

Answer 3

For simple dry eyes there are over the counter artificial tears. I, myself, use a simple saline solution. I put a 1/4 tsp of regular salt in 8 oz. of bottled water. I especially use it in the winter time when the heat in the house dries the air. It's common to have dry nasal passages and dry mouth also, and the same saline solution can be used as nose drops and to swish in the mouth. I do that in the morning, when I wake up - pour a few drops to rinse my eyes, a few drops to rinse nose, and brush my teeth. Discard any that is unused at the end of each day. I make it fresh every night in case I wake up and need to lubricate nose and eyes and mouth. There is also a saline solution without mercury that is used for the eyes and contact lenses in the eye care section of stores. So, depending on your budget,, there are artificial tears (which do have some good added ingredients), bottles of saline solution (make sure you are choosing simple saline and not another solution, ask the pharmacist if you need help to find it the first time), or home mixed saline solution.

Answer 4

First, if you haven't researched the problem, check this website >http://www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/dryeye.htm< for an overview of the problem. There can be many causes. There may be many websites which address your question.

If you haven't discussed this with your doctor, you certainly should. It is important to know if there is nothing wrong with the glands that moisten your eyes.

Personally, improving your diet so that you are sure your body is getting all of the nutrients it needs is one step in the right direction. Including vitamin supplements (although your doctor may not agree) is possibly another step. I have seen good eating habits, combined with adequate vitamin supplementation, overcome many disorders that are treated by the medical profession with drugs. And drugs can be toxic to various degrees.

This will require some research on your part. But it's worth it. The knowledge you gain will be invaluable in your life.

Answer 5

Get some Eye-vites or vitamins formulated for eye problems. Most drug stores carry them.
Similasan makes some Eye Drops #1 for Dry Eyes.
They also have #2 for Allergy Eyes
You might try #1 and, if it doesn't help, try #2.
Good luck!

Answer 6

you have continual dry eyes. touch lenses will purely make the situation worst with the aid of fact it messes with the tear action picture. you have gotten clogged meibomian glands. i might propose doing heat compresses with a moist towel over your eyes to unclog the glands various situations an afternoon. If this does not paintings, then see a physician.

Answer 7

I'm not certain that there are things naturaly to do, but you may need to visit your opthamologist to see if there is a problem. You may have allergies.

Answer 8

I've only had luck using eyedrops. use perservative free or sterile.

my fave is: systane free liquid gel.

Answer 9

you really need to talk to your doctor