Dry Eye Syndrome is a very common phenomenon causing lots of problems to millions of people all over the world. It is caused due to the deteriorating quality of the tear lining. A physically fit and healthy eye would be covered by a tear film. It is that fluid which remains between the blinks making your eyes wet.
The tear lining helps to keep your eyes free from infection and bacteria. It gives the eye a clean and clear vision without any irritation. The tear lining removes the dirt and any other dust particles that cause friction in your eyes.
When the productivity of fluid from your tear glands gets lessened, it leads to irritation and dry spots on the cornea – a reason for a weakened vision. It can easily be induced by various polluting factor in the environment.
Old age is also one of the factors leading to dry eye syndrome. Due to the increasing age factor our body produces less oil resulting in less fluid production. A very common phenomena among women who tend to have drier skin than men. This oil deficiency affects your tear film.
Other reasons like hot, dry or windy climate, high altitude, air-conditioning, cigarette smoke and air...