On the Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Journal Title: Science Insights - Year 2021, Vol 37, Issue 1
Abstract
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, also known as dry eye disease, is an inflammatory condition of the ocular surface caused by a pathologic reduction in the aqueous component of the tear film. Keratoconjunctivitis sicca usually manifests as dry eyes, foreign bodies, burning, itching, blurred vision, red eyes, and contact lens intolerance. In the reported epidemiological investigations, the global prevalence of keratoconjunctivitis sicca was 5%-50% due to different populations and diagnostic criteria. Wearing contact lenses can aggravate symptoms. This paper reviews the research progress of keratoconjunctivitis sicca.
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Heather Mossel
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- DOI 10.15354/si.21.re061
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