#138: How Smoke Affects Dry Eyes
Dec 24, 2021
Happy Holidays. This time of year there are many opportunities to get into smoky situations. Unfortunately, smoky areas are very irritating for those of us who suffer from dry eyes. There are two types of smoke that I find my patients are getting themselves into this time of year. These two types of smoke are coming from fireplaces and from secondhand smoke.
With the weather getting cooler in most areas there are lots of opportunities to come into contact with fireplace smoke. The smoke from fireplaces is particularly troublesome because you want to be close to the fire. It’s making it warmer perhaps it’s part of the atmosphere. Sometimes, the smoke doesn't bother you in the moment, but the symptoms that it may cause even the next day can be particularly painful.
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#128 Happy Fall + Happy Eyes
Oct 05, 2021
Who doesn't love Fall? We've got hay rides, apple picking, football games, and everything pumpkin spice flavored available for this very short time. And, this time of year, when the weather gets a little bit cooler here in Louisiana, it is a great time to enjoy being outdoors again. I want to go over three tips to have happy eyes in the fall.
Tip #1) Hydrate - Keep the moisture coming from the inside
The first tips is to hydrate. What I mean by this is continue to drink water. I've got a cup that I keep on my desk at the office with a straw so that I can sip and get all of my ounces of water in while I am working.
It's important to remember to hydrate during this time of the year because it's not so hot outside. So, you're not as thirsty as you were all summer. You will need...
