Dry eyes can occur when tear production and drainage are not in balance. People with dry eyes either do not produce enough tears or their tears are of poor quality.
Symptoms
Redness.
stinging, scratching, or burning sensations.
Light Sensitivity.
Watery eyes.
Stringy mucus near the eye.
Blurry Vision.
Diagnosis
Dry eyes can be diagnosed through a comprehensive eye examination. Testing with emphasis on the evaluation of the quantity and quality of tears produced by the eyes