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Originally posted by MGD1701 View PostHi WVM,
have you tried EvoTears for the night? It works for me.
Indeed dry eye is hard to deal with as small detail matters and we need to do our own homework/studies etc..
For example, some people may need more than 10 minutues with Blephasteam otherwise not effective.
I'll try Blephasteam for 15 minutes tonight. Thanks for the tip.
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Originally posted by WVM View Post
Not yet, do you have reading materials about this? What to eat, and what to avoid? I'm willing to give everything a shot.
Another thing: the light therapy for my severe atopic eczema is not working. My dermatologist is considering switching me to oral immunosuppressive like Azathiprine, Mycofenol or our personal favorite Ciclosporine. Now, these medicines carry risks so I will have to do regular blood tests. However, to be honest, if these medicines could 'fix' both my eczema AND dry eye problems, I'd rather live ten years less in good health than in my current state. Difficult, difficult,...
You are welcome to check my blog, it worked for me http://dryeyescured.com/ and it i am still using the tablets since 3-4 years now
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Hey,
I already take these: https://www.leef.nl/service-apotheek-visolie.html, two a day. It contains both omega-3 and Vitamine E but it doesn't help me. Does switching to Theratears still make sense?
Best,
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Omeg 3, Vit. E
Hi WVM
How about taking in a natural way by food?
For example use oil, butter or eat nuts with Omeg 3, Vit. E in your salad, breads or cooking.
It is also economical.
Omeg 6 alone seems no good but with Omeg 3 are ok, according to a Canadian eye dr.Last edited by MGD1701; 07-Apr-2017, 08:47.
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Originally posted by WVM View PostHey,
I already take these: https://www.leef.nl/service-apotheek-visolie.html, two a day. It contains both omega-3 and Vitamine E but it doesn't help me. Does switching to Theratears still make sense?
Best,
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Thanks for the head's up. I'll try Theratears supplements once I run out of Omega 3. I've had a fantastic last 3 days with not a lot of pain, I just don't know why it's going well right now as I didn't do any significant changes....
1. I'm using Systane Ultra at the moment instead of my usual 'Hylan' Eye drops (natriumhyaluronaat/carbomeer 981)
2. Blephasteam twice a day
3. Switched back to higher Omega 3 dose
Wish I could figure out what it is that's helping me so much right the last 3 days. It feels great!!!
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Hi WVM, i'm also from the Netherlands (And suffering from the same condition). However, im interested in two things. You mentioned you wear contact lenses. Why do you even wear them? In my case I can't even wear them. Also, which specialists did you go to? I went to see 2 different "eye docters" (opthometrist?) and went to a specialist in Maarssen where they tried a few things (Gland expressions and IPL), which unfortunately didn't help.
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Originally posted by MGD1701 View PostHi WVM
Great to hear you have finally made big improvement.
How long you use the Blephasteam, 10 or 15 min.? How long can you feel the secretion?
It really matters.
I use Blephasteam for 15 min, but I have to give it back to the doctor on Friday and I don't think I will spend €220 on it. I don't have that kind of money. I will keep on using my Therapearl hot/cold mask.
Originally posted by chibo View PostHi WVM, i'm also from the Netherlands (And suffering from the same condition). However, im interested in two things. You mentioned you wear contact lenses. Why do you even wear them? In my case I can't even wear them. Also, which specialists did you go to? I went to see 2 different "eye docters" (opthometrist?) and went to a specialist in Maarssen where they tried a few things (Gland expressions and IPL), which unfortunately didn't help.
I'm being treated at Deventer hospital.
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Hi WVM
A new microwaved mask, BlephaCura The Eye Doctor, made in UK/Germany is effective, about 25 Euro.
Many doctors recommend Blephasteam/42.5C and American brand Bruder (made in China).
The most economical is facial steamer but you need to be very careful with the heat/temperature, maybe about 41C is safer - just need some practice.
I remember a person from Holland wrote in this Forum - who had treatment with Blephasteam then a nurse did 'expression' in a hospital. Maybe you can ask this on Friday too?
Last edited by MGD1701; 05-Apr-2017, 00:08.
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Hey,
Is it worth buying the Blephacure Mask? Right now I'm using this mask: http://www.bausch.com/our-products/d...pearl-eye-mask. Not sure if the masks have differences? If yes, i'll absolutely buy it.
Seeing doc tomorrow. Fingers crossed. I will ask for expression but I'm not sure if they can do it there.
Best,
Willem
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