Can Fish Oil Help Dry Eye?

Can Fish Oil Help Dry Eye?

(Adapted from an article by Celia Vimont aao.org 10/28/16)

While artificial tears or ointments are a common treatment for dry eye, studies suggest consuming omega-3 fatty acid supplements may also provide relief. Omega-3 oils appear to improve function in the eye’s meibomian glands, which produce the oily part of tears. Improved function of those glands can ease dry eye symptoms.

The doctors at SkyVision Centers recommend a high quality omega-3 fatty acids vitamin to their patients. There are several brands available that meet these requirements either online or in specialty stores. PRN (Physician Recommended Nutriceuticals) is offered as an option to our patients along with other suggested brands.

Dry eye becomes more common as a person ages. The problem develops when the eyes cannot maintain a healthy coating of tears. Dry eye can be brought on by a number of causes. These include hormonal changes, a dry environment or workplace (such as wind or air conditioning); sun exposure, smoking or secondhand smoke exposure; or cold or allergy medicines.

Omega-3 oils may also help in the treatment of other eye diseases. The oils may reduce growth of abnormal blood vessels that occur in age-related macular degeneration and other retinal vascularization diseases.

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Other articles on Dry Eye:
– https://skyvisioncenters.com/eye-health-disease/dry-eye-syndrome/
– https://skyvisioncenters.com/blog/dry-eye-sufferers-try-blinking-exercises-app/
– https://skyvisioncenters.com/blog/dry-eye-disease-contact-lens-wear/
– https://skyvisioncenters.com/blog/new-medicine-treat-dry-eye-xiidra-approved-fda/