acute pain in left eye on wakeing up each day, oh and hi!

[Daytrader]

well all i know is there closed when i awake and it hurts really bad sometimes on opening them.

[Nimmykins]

I have RCE in my right eye and have had amazing support from Sussex Eye Hospital.
These days when I wake I keep my eye closed and slowly pull the lids apart. It is improving.
I used to use Lacri-lube, but it was suggested I use simple eye ointment instead (available over the counter) and Hypromellose insted of viscotears, but I like the viscose more.
My family and colleagues are amazed how I can just drop stuff in the side of my eye.

It works for me, but most people seem to tip their heads back.
Does anyone else tip their head to one side and drop into the side?

Having read this thread I'm going to look into Tranquileyes, Dwelle/Clinitas Ultra 3 etc.