Understanding & Managing Dry Eye Disease During Menopause

Dry eye disease (DED) is more common among menopausal women than younger women or age-matched men. DED occurs when the eyes don't produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate too quickly. DED can have a significant impact on visual function, causing disturbances to comfort, daily activities, and general quality of life. The varied nature of DED makes it difficult to point to a specific cause; however, research supports that inflammation of the cornea and conjunctiva, which is a thin layer of cells on the inside of the eyelids and covering the white part of the eye, plays a major role.

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