Ocular Surface Disorders and Dry Eye Disease

Overview

Ocular surface diseases are conditions that affect and damage the surface layers of the eyes. Eyes have many parts to them, but the ones most affected by OSDs are the cornea, the conjunctiva, and the glandular network. Dry eye disease is common when tears cannot provide adequate lubrication for your eyes. Tears can be inadequate and unstable for many reasons. The treatment for ocular surface diseases depends on the specific condition and severity. The focus is typically on symptom management, inflammation control, and protecting the eye from further damage. Early diagnosis and tailored therapy are crucial to preventing long-term complications such as vision impairment.