Dry Eye

Dry Eye

What is Dry Eye?

Dry Eye results from a deficiency in tears or a decline in their quality, which are responsible for lubricating the eye. This dryness causes eye pain, severe redness, inflammation, and damage to the eye surface. In most cases, it can affect visual clarity. Dry Eye is considered one of the most common conditions among ophthalmic patients.

Symptoms of Dry Eye

  • Stinging or Scratchy Sensation: A feeling of roughness or burning in the eyes.
  • Severe Redness and Irritation.
  • Foreign Body Sensation: Feeling as if there is sand inside the eye.
  • Sticky Discharge: Noticing stringy mucus inside the eye.
  • Blurred or Distorted Vision.
  • Persistent Itching: A constant urge to rub the eyes.
  • Difficulty Driving at Night.
  • Discomfort with Contact Lenses.

Diagnosis (Integrated Treatment Unit)

Dr. Abdelrahman Shams, Consultant in Cataract Surgery, Vision Correction, and Dry Eye, diagnoses cases through an integrated treatment unit. He performs a comprehensive eye examination to ensure eye safety and identify the underlying cause of Dry Eye. Furthermore, he assesses the quantity of tears produced and tests tear quality by using specialized diagnostic drops containing dye, which help the doctor determine the condition of the eye surface and the specific type of tears.

Latest Treatment Methods for Dry Eye

Dr. Abdelrahman Shams treats Dry Eye using an integrated treatment unit equipped with the latest medical technologies to address the root cause of dryness based on each patient's specific condition. While some cases are managed with medicated eye drops and oral medications to reduce inflammation, other cases may require:

  • Meibomian Gland Expression: Using thermal pulse devices to clear and open the sebaceous (oil) glands.
  • Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Therapy: Combined with eyelid massage to treat severe cases of Dry Eye.
  • Specialized Contact Lenses: Dr. Abdelrahman Shams utilizes advanced contact lenses specifically designed for patients suffering from Dry Eye.
  • Dry Eye Treatment Sessions.
  • Punctal Plugs: Closing the tear ducts by inserting small, removable silicone plugs to help retain natural moisture.

The Best Doctor for Dry Eye Treatment

Dr. Abdelrahman Shams is considered the leading specialist for Dry Eye treatment in Egypt, boasting extensive experience and a track record of successful cases using cutting-edge technology. His credentials include:

  • Ph.D. and Bachelor’s Degree in Ophthalmology and Surgery, Ain Shams University.
  • Lecturer of Ophthalmology at Ain Shams University.
  • Consultant in Ophthalmic Surgery, Vision Correction, and Dry Eye Treatment.
  • Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO), England.
  • Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd).
  • Member of the American (ASCRS), European (ESCRS), and International (ISRS) Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
  • Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and the Egyptian Ophthalmological Society (EOS).
  • Founder and Director of the Dry Eye Unit at Maadi Specialized Eye Center.

The Premier Medical Center for Dry Eye Treatment

Dr. Abdelrahman Shams Center is the most advanced facility for treating Dry Eye. It features a comprehensive diagnostic and treatment unit that utilizes the latest medical equipment to accurately diagnose the condition and determine the most effective treatment plan tailored to each patient.

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