Tweet
Hi All,
When performing Schirmer's test, for an accurate results, i assume i should not be applying my regular eye drops prior the tests?
The last time, my results is 4mm for Schirmer's test. I applied Restasis 2hrs before the tests. Can i conclude my actual results might be less than 4mm?
And based on Wikipedia, <4mm is considered Severe dry eyes.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schirmer%27s_test
How to read results of the Schirmer's test:
1. Normal which is ≥15 mm wetting of the paper after 5 minutes.
2. Mild which is 14-9 mm wetting of the paper after 5 minutes.
3. Moderate which is 8-4 mm wetting of the paper after 5 minutes.
4. Severe which is <4 mm wetting of the paper after 5 minutes.
Cheers
Nitro
When performing Schirmer's test, for an accurate results, i assume i should not be applying my regular eye drops prior the tests?
The last time, my results is 4mm for Schirmer's test. I applied Restasis 2hrs before the tests. Can i conclude my actual results might be less than 4mm?
And based on Wikipedia, <4mm is considered Severe dry eyes.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Schirmer%27s_test
How to read results of the Schirmer's test:
1. Normal which is ≥15 mm wetting of the paper after 5 minutes.
2. Mild which is 14-9 mm wetting of the paper after 5 minutes.
3. Moderate which is 8-4 mm wetting of the paper after 5 minutes.
4. Severe which is <4 mm wetting of the paper after 5 minutes.
Cheers
Nitro