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Dry Eye Treatment in Northeast Colorado Springs

Offering Lasting Relief For Dry, Itchy & Gritty Eyes

(719) 632-2020

Tired of your eyes constantly watering?

Want to find a solution for your red, dry, itchy eyes?

Dry eye disease can seriously harm your quality of life. It can cause severe irritation and even infection in severe cases.

Symptoms of dry eye disease include:

  • Red, dry eyes
  • Itchiness in and around the eye
  • A gritty-feeling in the eye
  • Light sensitivity
  • Excessive watering of the eyes

Visit ABBA Eye Care - Academy for effective and lasting dry eye relief.

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How Dry Eye Disease Develops & How to Treat It

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Dry eye disease is an increasingly common eye condition that can happen either because the eye is not producing enough tears, or because tears are evaporating too quickly, leaving the eyes without enough moisture to function comfortably.

This can happen for several reasons including allergies, side effects from medications, hormonal changes, and illness.

Depending on the cause and exact symptoms of your dry eyes, our Northeast Colorado Springs eye doctors will be able to prescribe treatments and medications aimed at increasing the amount of tears your eye produces and/or slowing the evaporation of tears to better hydrate your eyes.


What Are the Main Causes of Dry Eye?

  • Aging

    Dry eye disease tends to affect people over the age of 50. This is because tear production slows as we age. As the lacrimal glands produce fewer tears, dry eye develops.

  • Hormonal changes

    It's not uncommon for some women to experience dry eye symptoms during pregnancy, menopause, or while using birth control pills. That's because hormone imbalances can reduce tear production.

  • Autoimmune disease

    Certain autoimmune diseases, like Sjögren’s syndrome, can cause white blood cells to attack your tear glands, thus reducing tear production. Other diseases like arthritis, lupus, and diabetes can also cause poor or insufficient tear production.

  • Medications

    Certain medications can reduce mucus production (one of the 3 tear components) thus contributing to chronic dry eye.

    They include antihistamines, antidepressants, diuretics, and beta-blockers.

Note that this is just a handful of causes. There are many other factors that can contribute to dry eye, including pollution and dry air, allergies, poor tear quality, dehydration, contact lens wear, and more.


Dry Eyes FAQs

Can I still wear contact lenses if I have dry eye syndrome?

Yes, some people can still wear contact lenses with dry eye syndrome. However, depending on its severity, you may need to carefully select the adequate contact lens for optimal clarity and comfort.

Oftentimes, because contact lenses sit on the eye, it's difficult for vital oxygen to reach the eye. This can worsen dry eye symptoms, and increase the risk of scratching or otherwise damaging your eye. Make sure to ask your eye doctor which contact lenses are most adapted to your condition.

Can dry eye syndrome be cured?

Unfortunately, there is no known cure for dry eye syndrome. There are, however, many treatment options that offer lasting dry eye relief.

Can dry eye syndrome cause blindness?

In rare extreme cases, dry eye syndrome can cause corneal ulcers. These ulcers can result in scarring on the eye, making it difficult for the cornea to focus light accurately. If left untreated, corneal ulcers and the associated scarring can result in blindness.

How can I prevent dry eye symptoms?

Below are a few tips that will help prevent dry eye symptoms:

  • Point fans, heaters, and air vents so that they don’t directly blow into your eyes
  • Eat foods high in omega-3 fatty acids
  • Stay properly hydrated
  • Take breaks during long tasks, especially those that require extended visual focus
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- Sep. 25, 2024
Fantastic staff, professional and so helpful on helping me pick out my glasses. Christi was awesome... , she showed me different styles and shapes that would suit my face. The input I got from Christi and other staff really helped me pick the right frames for me! It’s so nice to still see customer service still exists! Will definitely go back to that practice!
- Sep. 16, 2024
Great service snd lots of smiles.
- Aug. 23, 2024
A must “SEE” to believe! An excellent eye care facility from start to finish!
- Aug. 16, 2024
The staff here truly rock 🪨 🎸 🙌 no matter what they are personally fighting in there own w... orlds they give each customer or client there 110%
- Jul. 31, 2024
Staff and Dr was amazing and super pleasant. Minimal wait time when I got there.
- Jul. 24, 2024
Blonde lady was amazing would come again!
- Jul. 24, 2024
I was a client of Dr. Ray's at the Walmart eye center before they switched providers, so I followed ... him over to ABBA eye care! Very professional, knowledgeable, and respectful - I wouldn't go anywhere else unless I had to.
- Jun. 20, 2024
I always have a great time. They're professional. They're nice. They're wonderful. They're helpful.
- May. 18, 2024
Dr. Ray, Rian, and Allison are awesome!. The eye exam was cool.. No longer "puffs" of air in the eye... ..there's a newer technology . Friendly, smart staff , great experience. Educational too. I highly recommend this ABBA location.
- May. 17, 2024
So Far Dr Ray Is Awesome..Kuddos..To Him..And His Staff..Grant K. Colo Springs
- May. 13, 2024
AJ was a complete professional in handeling of my paperwork and getting new glasses.
- Apr. 22, 2024
Kind, caring and professional! I wouldn’t go anywhere else!
- Apr. 14, 2024
I also love my glasses. The only thing I didn't like was the glasses case. They don't make them like... they used to, I guess.
- Apr. 06, 2024
The staff are wonderful and doctor Ray was really positive and felt comfortable with him.
- Apr. 04, 2024
I've been dealing with the ABBA folks for several years and have never had anything to complain abou... t. They are all both professional and approachable. I recommend them all the time to people who admire my glasses (always a great selection)!
- Mar. 04, 2024
It has the most amazing staf. They are the most, welcoming, caring, goofy, laid back, thorough, eye ... care team I have ever witnessed.The doctor was very nice and made sure he checked everything with my neuropathy and headaches before sending me out to pick my glasses which I absolutely love. I love ABBA EYECARE!
- Mar. 03, 2024
Welcoming environment. Friendly doctors & staff. Timely service/minimal wait time.
- Feb. 20, 2024
Had a great experience, the doctors and staff were super knowledgeable and friendly and answered all... my questions! 10/10
- Feb. 18, 2024
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- Feb. 15, 2024
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Dry Eyes Treatment in Northeast Colorado Springs

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