What can cause dry eye syndrome?
There are many different causes of the conditions collectively referred to as dry eye syndrome. These include: • Systemic diseases (e.g. Sjögrens, Stevens Johnson Syndrome, diabetes) • Eye diseases (meibomian gland dysfunction, blepharitis, ) • Medications • Aging • Long-term contact lens use • Computer use • Environmental and behavioral factors (e.g. dry climates, contact lens wear) • Laser eye surgery (e.g.
