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2. Punctal plug - Wikipedia

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   A punctal plug, also known as tear duct plug or lacrimal plug, is a small medical device that is inserted into the tear duct (puncta) of an eye to block the duct. This prevents the drainage of liquid from the eye. They are used to treat dry eye. Artificial tears are usually still required after punctal plug insertion. [1]

3. Thygeson's superficial punctate keratopathy - Wikipedia

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   Ciclosporin is an experimental treatment for TSPK. It is usually used during transplants as it reduces the immune system response. Tacrolimus (Protopic 0.03% ointment) is also an experimental treatment. Laser eye treatment. [6] Amniotic membrane (Case Study) [7] PRK laser eye surgery has been suggested in a one-person case study as having cured ...

4. Dry eye syndrome - Wikipedia

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   Dry eye syndrome can lead to blurred vision, instability of the tear film, increased risk of damage to the ocular surface such as scarring of the cornea, and changes in the eye including the neurosensory system. [2] [6] Dry eye occurs when either the eye does not produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate too quickly. [2]

5. The 10 Best Eye Drops for Dry Eyes for Instant Relief From ...

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   The best eye drops for dry eyes in 2023 work to soothe various dry eye symptoms. Here, find expert-approved picks from Refresh, Systane, Opti-Free, and more. ... are among the best treatments for ...

6. Sjögren's disease - Wikipedia

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   Treatment is directed at managing the person's symptoms. [4] For dry eyes, artificial tears; medications to reduce inflammation; punctal plugs or other surgery to shut the tear ducts may be tried. [4] For a dry mouth, chewing gum (preferably sugar-free); sipping water; or a saliva substitute may be used. [4]

7. Oyster Point's drug becomes first FDA-approved nasal ... - AOL

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   (Reuters) -Oyster Point Pharma Inc's treatment for dry eye disease became the first U.S. approved nasal spray for the chronic condition on Monday, sending the drug developer's shares about 19% ...