(I-MED Pharma) Red, itchy, inflamed eyes that burn… How’s one to tell if that’s the gift that comes with the onset of spring, or dry eye? Although both conditions share similar symptoms, there are some stark differences that set them apart. Allergies and dry eyes Allergies and dry eye have overlapping symptoms, which, to the untrained eye, may seem hard to tell apart. Seasonal allergy eye symptoms can be traced to a specific time, like the onset of spring or fall most commonly known as dry eye season. The biggest difference is that allergy eyes are usually very itchy, which sets them apart fr ..read more

(I-MED Pharma) Dry eye syndrome statistically affects women more than men. A theory for this is that hormones cause dry eyes, and these hormone changes throughout a woman’s life can fluctuate during menstruation, menopause, and even pregnancy. The reasons for dry eye during pregnancy are important to be understood and should be noted to establish preventative measures especially early on. Can pregnancy cause dry eye? Hormonal effects from early pregnancy to the third trimester Hormone changes throughout pregnancy can trigger dry eye. In fact, a 2021 study titled, “Dry eye, its clinical subtype ..read more

(I-MED Pharma) Have you found that your dry eye symptoms get worse after a night out, and now you’re asking yourself “can alcohol cause dry eyes”? In fact, alcohol may be playing a role in the cause of your dry eye symptoms, or at the very least, making them worse. Properties of Alcohol and Dry Eye Does alcohol affect dry eyes? Generally speaking, alcohol is a diuretic, which has dehydrating properties. This is important in understanding its effect on dry eye disease, seeing as the more the body is dehydrated, the more the salt level increases in the blood and tears. A higher level of salt in ..read more

(I-MED Pharma) Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks healthy tissues within the body, causing a wide variety of symptoms ranging from gland dysfunction to major organ dysfunction. As a result, the glands that produce fluids, such as tears, are affected. This leads to a poor production of tears causing chronic dry eye, where patients suffer a wide array of uncomfortable and painful ocular symptoms. A 2021 patient survey conducted by the Harris Poll on behalf of the Sjögren’s Foundation saw that 94% of people with Sjögren’s disease suffer from dry eye diseas ..read more

(I-MED Pharma) And that’s a wrap! As 2023 comes to a close, we look back on another incredible year full of new milestones. Product launches Starting off 2023 on the right foot, we released a 30-day format of our I-VU®… The post SPOTLIGHTS & HIGHLIGHTS 2023 appeared first on I-MED Pharma ..read more

(I-MED Pharma) It’s well-known that physical activity is good for overall health, but did you know that physical exercise can also help improve symptoms of dry eye? And more than that, that there are specific eye exercises that may help… The post Does exercise help dry eyes? How hitting the gym can bring gains for your eyes appeared first on I-MED Pharma ..read more

(I-MED Pharma) Long eyelashes have been a staple of beauty and cosmetic focus for centuries. Mascara, false lashes, magnetic lashes, and more have risen in popularity to achieve fuller, longer, and thicker lashes. With that has come the rise of… The post More than meets the eye: eyelash extensions & dry eye disease appeared first on I-MED Pharma ..read more

(I-MED Pharma) It is estimated that dry eye disease affects over 340 million people worldwide. Due to its pervasiveness, it has recently been recognized as a global public health problem. [1] Dry eye disease occurs when the tears do not… The post Dry Eye Disease: Who is Most at Risk? appeared first on I-MED Pharma ..read more

(I-MED Pharma) Sjögren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks healthy tissues within the body, causing a wide variety of symptoms ranging from gland dysfunction to major organ dysfunction. As a result, the glands that produce fluids,… The post Uncovering the Hidden Struggle: Shedding Light on Sjögren’s Syndrome’s Impact on the Eyes appeared first on I-MED Pharma ..read more

(I-MED Pharma) Cosmetics play a big role in many people’s day-to-day routines. However, if you’re suffering from dry eye disease, it’s important to be mindful of how you are applying and removing your makeup, as it could be making your… The post Dry eyes? Don’t compromise! Makeup removal, the smart way. appeared first on I-MED Pharma ..read more