Dry Eye Awareness Month: Recognize, Relieve, and Restore Your Eye Comfort
July is Dry Eye Awareness Month, an important time to bring attention to a common but frequently overlooked condition: Dry Eye Disease. At Drs. Campbell, Cunningham, Taylor & Haun, we’re dedicated to helping patients recognize dry eye symptoms, understand available treatments, and restore optimal eye comfort.
Understanding Dry Eye Disease
Dry Eye Disease happens when your eyes don’t produce sufficient tears or when tears evaporate too quickly. Symptoms often include:
- Excessive watering
- Burning
- Redness
- Gritty feeling
- Light sensitivity
- Blurriness
Untreated dry eyes can lead to persistent discomfort and, in severe cases, damage to the ocular surface. Early recognition and intervention are crucial.
Why is Dry Eye Disease Becoming More Common?
Several factors contribute to the rising prevalence of dry eye, including increased digital device usage, environmental irritants, aging, hormonal fluctuations, and side effects from medications. With screen time reaching record levels, even younger patients frequently experience dry eye symptoms.
How Drs. Campbell, Cunningham, Taylor & Haun Can Help
Our team will diagnose your type of dry eye and go over the most effective treatments for the fastest relief possible. We provide customized eye care to address all causes of ocular surface disease, such as ocular rosacea, allergic eye disease, reduced tear production, Demodex mites, blepharitis and more.
Our team might recommend:
- Xiidra® prescription eye drops used twice a day to treat eye inflammation
- RESTASIS® Ophthalmic Emulsion prescription eye drops twice a day to increase tear production for patients with Aqueous Dry Eye
- Punctal plugs to prevent tear drainage from the eyes by inserting tiny plugs in the tear canal to temporarily close tear ducts
Tips to Protect Your Eyes at Home
Here are a few practical, everyday steps to help manage dry eyes:
- Blink regularly, especially when using digital devices.
- Follow the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
- Keep a humidifier in your home or workspace to maintain moisture in the air.
- Stay hydrated and consume foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
Take Action During Dry Eye Awareness Month
Don’t let dry eyes disrupt your daily life. This July, prioritize your eye health by scheduling a consultation with our specialized dry eye team. Visit Drs. Campbell, Cunningham, Taylor & Haun – Dry Eye Clinic to learn more and book your appointment.
Our Dry Eye Doctors in Knoxville
Our dry eye doctors in Knoxville are local specialists in their field of expertise. They are fully ingrained in the East Tennessee community and are committed to bringing modern, premium eye care to our area.
- C. Tobin Taylor, M.D.
- A. Kirk Haun, M.D., F.A.C.S.
- Jake C. McMillin, M.D.
- Eric Sollenberger, M.D.
- Andrew Johnston, M.D.
Contact Us
Call us today! (865) 584-0905
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