Identifying the Cause of Dry Eye

Alan Carlson, MD, Robert Weinstock, MD

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Alan Carlson, MD, speaks to Robert Weinstock, MD, regarding the treatment of patients with dry eye symptoms. He cites meibomian gland dysfunction as the most likely underlying cause of this disease and provides advice on the best techniques for prevention and treatment of patients with this affliction. Dr. Carlson says that because dry eye causes structural problems in the eye over the long term, it is crucial to treat as soon as possible.

Posted: 2/01/2016

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Identifying the Cause of Dry Eye

Alan Carlson, MD, Robert Weinstock, MD

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Russ Vitaliano

9 years ago

Home Run! This is why you need to Clean, Express, and nourish the lid to make the patient better. PRN has the proof that they can change the meibomian gland composition to produce a healthy tear film.

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