The tear flow to the eye decreases so that the lid rubs the surface of the eye continually, causing considerable discomfort. The traditional treatment for this is artificial tear preparations that supplement the tears, we particularly recommend `Gel Tears`. For some additional information about Sore or dry eyes

However for long term sufferers it is now possible to relieve the symptoms by fitting a small silicon plug into the tear ducts so that tears are retained within the eye. To find out more about the condition and how I.J.Brown can help please click this link.

Please read this Dry Eye factsheet provided by Royal National Institute of Blind People