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Dry eyes can get relief

February 28, 2008 By Dr. Gott

DEAR DR. GOTT: Please enlighten me about “dry eye”. I have worn glasses for over 60 years without any problems. I am 87 years old and about two months ago I had cataract surgery on both eyes. The left eye has developed “dry eye”. My doctor told me to use eye drops and warm compresses. My questions are: the pharmacies have “umpteen” brands and prices to choose from. What kind of drops should I use? How many times a day should they be used? Can this condition lead to anything more serious such as detached retina? In addition to the eye being dry, it burns and itches, testing my patience not to rub it!
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