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No effective intervention for treating computer use-related eye strain yet exists, according to an investigation published in Ophthalmology. Investigators at the University of Melbourne in Australia conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis by searching publication…
A theory on motivation suggests that humans are driven by 4 general concepts: money, ideology, compromise, and ego. But, perhaps an overlooked source of daily inspiration, the reason many get out of bed in the…
Taping the upper edge of an N95 mask had a positive impact on ocular surface stability, correlating with a decrease in dry eye symptoms in healthcare workers who wore masks on a regular basis, according…
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Mylan Pharmaceuticals’ cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion 0.05% single-use vials (eye drops), the first generic version of Restasis. Cyclosporine ophthalmic emulsion is a calcineurin inhibitor immunosuppressant indicated to increase…
A review of the literature on meibomian gland health (MG) and contact lens (CL) use shows “conflicting relationships,” and the need for future longitudinal studies with standardized clinical meibomian gland assessments — and until those…
High-mobility group box 1 (HMGB1) was significantly elevated on the ocular surface of patients with dry eye disease (DED), according to a study published in Optometry and Vision Science. Although dry eye is one of…
The application of a thermal bag improved dry eye-related symptoms, according to an investigation published in Journal Français d’Ophthamologie. While the researchers found improvements for all patients, only participants between 18 and 31 years old…
Tyrvaya (varenicline solution) nasal spray is now available for the treatment of signs and symptoms of dry eye disease. Tyrvaya contains varenicline, a highly selective nicotinic acetylcholine agonist, which stimulates natural tear film production by…
Improper face mask use may decrease tear film stability in patients with moderate to severe dry eye, according to a study published in Cornea. The investigators recommend ophthalmologists help patients fit masks properly to reduce…
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