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Keratoconjunctivitis sicca natural history, complications and prognosis
Introduction
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Overview
Overview
Natural History
Natural History
Complications
Complications
Prognosis
Prognosis
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca usually is a chronic problem. Its prognosis shows considerable variance, depending upon the severity of the condition. Most patients have mild-to-moderate cases, and can be treated symptomatically with lubricants. This provides an adequate relief of symptoms.
When dry eyes symptoms are severe, they can interfere with quality of life.[1] People sometimes feel their vision blurs with use,[2] or severe irritation[2] to the point that they have trouble keeping their eyes open[1] or they may not be able to work or drive[1].
References
References
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Meadows, Michelle (2005). “Dealing with Dry Eye”. FDA Consumer Magazine. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Retrieved 2006-11-16. Unknown parameter
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