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The article offers information on various studies related to ophthalmic field and care for contact lenses. Topics discussed include the antibiotic resistance of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus (MRS) keratitis, the effectiveness of antioxidant therapy for Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), and the potential remedies for keratoconus such as tear osmolarity, corneal topography, and tear meniscus height measurement.

The article focuses on the term "dry eye" and the importance to recognize the role of inflammation in dry eye. Topics discussed include the International Dry Eye Workshop (DEWS) which noted the keratoconjunctivitis sicca is followed by the increase osmolarity of the ocular surface, the role of matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and pro-inflammatory cytokines in dry eye pathogenesis, and treatment options for inflammatory-mediated dry eye.

The article focuses on systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) which is associated with the anterior segment of the eye. It reports that the disease is characterized by keratoconjunctivitis sicca, keratitis and conjunctivitis and highlights that a close relationship between SLE and antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (APS), better known as Hughes syndrome exists. It reports that the American College of Rheumatology has issued a criteria list to determine diagnosis of SLE.

The article focuses on the ways to mitigate ocular surface disease (OSD) as a result of glaucoma, which is cause with pharmaceutical therapies. It mentions that to avoid the problem, one should not ignore the problem particularly if there are symptoms of dry eyes. It also cites several treatments for OSD, which include the use of artificial tears.

The article discusses the therapeutic use of topical corticosteroids for dry eye disease (DED) or keratoconjunctivitis sicca. It notes that DED has been linked to ocular surface inflammation, causing symptoms of burning sensation and eye irritation. It mentions that topical corticosteroids are affective anti-inflammatory drugs that can control symptoms of moderate and severe dry eye. It also adds that corticosteroids can lessen ocular irritation and corneal fluorescein staining.

The article offers information regarding the mucus fishing syndrome (MFS) which represents stringy discharge from the eyes. It highlights several signs and symptoms of ocular surface disease including keratoconjunctivitis sicca, allergic conjunctivitis and dry eye disease. It also cites the mechanical irritation of the ocular surface disease.

The article offers information about dry eye syndrome. Keratoconjunctivitis sicca or simply dry eyes is an eye disease caused by reduced tear production, excessive tear evaporation or abnormal tear composition. According to the author, this condition remains underdiagnosed and undertreated, despite the advancements in terms of understanding and the products to relieve it. Details of the factors, symptoms and diagnosis associated with the disease are presented.

The article presents eye treatments and technologies that approaches U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval and what people may use in the future. For Glaucoma, Alcon Laboratories announced that the initial marketing authorization for DuoTrav solution has adopted a positive result. For dry eyes, ISTA Pharmaceuticals Inc. has announced positive results on the ecabet sodium, a prescription eyedrop for treating keratoconjunctivitis sicca. For macular disease, a clinical study garnered a positive result on the AsPEDF gene therapy.

The article discusses the ocular symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The symptoms can be helpful in understanding the disease and treat patients affected with the disease. RA is a chronic, progressive inflammatory disease that results in many ocular complications. Common extra-articular manifestations include rheumatoid nodules, ocular disease, Sjogren's syndrome, rheumatoid vasculitis and neurological disease. Ocular manifestations of RA are Keratoconjunctivitis sicca, episcleritis, scleritis, keratitis and peripheral corneal ulceration. Retinal detachment, choroiditis, episcleral nodules, retinal vasculitis and cystoid macular edema have also been reported with RA.

Discusses various treatment for dry eye syndrome. Clinical control of keratoconjunctivitis sicca; Effectiveness of artificial tears; Offer of symptomatic relief for patients with moderate tear volume by punctal plugs; Success with topical inflammation therapy. INSETS: Loteprednol or Cyclosporin;The Red Eye Evaluation.

The article offers information on the impact of treating chronic glaucoma in relation to ocular surface disease (OSD), along with the options on how to treat glaucoma and OSD in the U.S. It says that OSD covers a variety of ophthalmic conditions including meibomian gland dysfunction, allergic conjunctivitis, and keratoconjunctivitis. Furthermore, several treatment options for OSD which are used during glaucoma therapy such as punctual plugs, steroids, and prescription therapies are discussed.

The article focuses on the diagnosis of posterior blepharitis or often referred as meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). According to the author, MGD often leads to the increase of tear evaporation which results in keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS). He shares that care for anterior blepharitis includes lid hygiene, nutrition and antibiotics.

The article focuses on the treatment for dry eye disease. Certain corrective procedures to deal with dry eye are mentioned such as using artificial tears. It says that this should be prescribed properly since some formulations may contain preservatives like benzalkonium chloride (BAK) which can worsen the condition and lead to damaged cornea and conjunctiva and cause allergies. Also discussed are the benefits from using Lacrisert, a sustained-release eye insert without preservatives.

Focuses on the methods used to diagnose and treat contact lens wearers with dry eye syndrome in the U.S. Difference between ocular allergy and keratoconjunctivitis sicca; Use of Schirmer's test and phenol red thread test in dry eye symptom diagnosis; Prescription of non-preserved artificial tears for eye lubrication. INSET: Age, Disease and Corneal Sensation.

The article discusses the development of neurostimulation device known as TrueTear which helps in stimulating the tears in patient with aqueous tear deficient dry eye disease (DED). Topics mention including stimulating the cranial nerve V, designed in delivering the electrical current to the nasal branch and allows the patient to enhance their tear film.

The article offers the authors insights on aspect of Sjögren's syndrome diagnosis. Topics discussed include the non-anesthetized Schiermer's testing tends to be an exact diagnostic measure for the disease, the launch of an in-office panel test in the U.S. for early detection of Sjögren's syndrome, and oral secretagogues have been demonstrated to be an alternative to steroids.

This article reports that patients with talc retinopathy will present with multiple glistening, fine white particles in the posterior pole. Secondary to decreased retinal perfusion, macular ischemia may result, leading to decreased vision and a central scotoma. Due to these possible findings, it is necessity to differentiate talc retinopathy from other microvascular occlusive retinopathies such as oxalosis, cystinosis, hyperornithinaemia and Sjogren-Larsson syndrome. Refractile retinal crystalline deposits may also be a manifestation of drug toxicity from agents such as the antineoplastic preparation, tamoxifen, the anesthetic methoxyflurane, and the oral tanning agent, canthaxanthine.

Recognizes the association of Sjögren's syndrome with certain type of cancers. Effect of Sjögren's syndrome on multiple systems; Details on the incidence of lymphoma among women with keratoconjunctivitis sicca; History of swollen salivary glands.

Presents a case study on the use of cyclosporine as initial therapy for dry eye. Complaint of a 62-year-old man regarding a chronic foreign body sensation in both eyes; Visual acuity exhibited by the patient; Improvement of the patient's vision three months after initiation of the treatment.

The article presents a research study on the tolerability and functionality of an ocular telemetric sensor within 24 hours of intraocular pressure-fluctuation monitoring. The research study was undertaken among 162 patients with open-angle glaucoma or normal tension glaucoma. The results of the study show patients with diabetic macular edema have high prevalence to sleep disorders.

The article offers information on the treatment of superior limbic keratoconjunctivitis (SLK) in the U.S. It states that SLK is an uncommon, chronic and exacerbating disorder that affects the superior limbus and corneolimbus. It notes that the off-label use of 0.5% silver nitrate ophthalmic solution is one of the time-honored therapeutic approach in treating SLK.

The article offers information on the history and pathology of Sjögren's syndrome and dry eye. The syndrome was discovered by ophthalmology student Hendrik Sjögren in a female patient who was unable to tear while crying. The etiology of Sjögren's syndrome is unknown but several hypotheses have been proposed regarding the causes of the disease.

Discusses the prescription of Restasis, a topical immunomodulator for patients whose tear production is presumed to be suppressed due to ocular inflammation associated with keratoconjunctivitis sicca. Recommendation of Restasis as a first line treatment of inflamed dry eyes; Alternatives that optometry doctors offer to Restasis; Pricing of the medication.

Evaluates the efficiency and irritative potential of an experimental ophthalmic formulation of pimecrolimus in treating keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) and chronic superficial keratitis (CSK) in dogs. Decrease in discharged, conjunctival/corneal alterations and discomfort in KCS and regression of pannus and associated phenomena in CSK; Pathogenic similarities of KCS and Sjorgen's syndrome.

Features the Systane solution in the U.S. Use of the solution for treatment of keratoconjunctivitis sicca; Efficacy of the solution; Preservation of the solution with Polyquad.

Deals with a medical case of an elderly female with a history of keratoconjunctivitis sicca. Diagnosis of severe dry eye syndrome; Arthritic corneal melt with uveal prolapse.