English: autologous eyedrops Synonyms Eye drops from own blood Definition The so-called autologous serum eye drops are eye drops that are obtained from the patient’s own blood. This type of treatment is used for a wide variety of diseases affecting the cornea of the eye. They can be used for dry eyes (sicca syndrome), corneal … Autologous serum eye drops
The most common symptoms through which dry eyes appear are Dryness feeling Foreign body sensation Sand grain feeling Tiredness of the eyes Burning eyes Redness of the eyes Photosensitivity Limited wearing comfort of contact lenses Tearing eyes Eye Pain About every fifth patient treated by an ophthalmologist in Germany, Austria and Switzerland complains of symptoms … Dry eye symptoms
Tasks of the tear film Humidification of the cornea Moistening of the conjunctiva Supply of oxygen Supply of nutrients Defense of bacteria and viruses through contained enzymes and antibodies Washing out dust and other foreign bodies Composition of the tear film The tear film is composed of a mucilaginous, an aqueous and a fatty part. … Tasks of the tear film | Dry eye symptoms
The causes of dry eyes can be very diverse. A distinction is made between exogenous and endogenous causes. One of the exogenous causes: Increased screen work or television shows Climatic influences such as air conditioning, draughts or dry air, unbalanced diet, insufficient fluid intake, taking certain medications (e.g. birth control pill, beta-blockers), frequent wearing of … Dry eyes in the morning
