Dry Eye Syndromes

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  • Disease or Syndrome
Definition:
Corneal and conjunctival dryness due to deficient tear production, predominantly in menopausal and post-menopausal women. Filamentary keratitis or erosion of the conjunctival and corneal epithelium may be caused by these disorders. Sensation of the presence of a foreign body in the eye and burning of the eyes may occur.
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  • Dry Eye Syndrome
  • Syndrome, Dry Eye
  • Syndromes, Dry Eye
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