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Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye)
South African Family Practice | Vol 55, No 3 : May/June| a3866 |
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/20786204.2013.10874340
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Submitted: 05 July 2013 | Published: 30 June 2013
Submitted: 05 July 2013 | Published: 30 June 2013
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Leilani Johnston, Amayeza Information Centre, South AfricaFull Text:
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Keratoconjuctivitis sicca, more commonly known as dry eye, or dry eye disease, is common. It results from improper functioning of the lacrimal functional unit. First-line treatment with tear substitutes, such as eye drops, gels and ointments, have an essential role. However, a newer understanding of the inflammatory aetiology of the disease has resulted in a shift in treatment strategies.
Keywords
Keratoconjunctivitis sicca; dry eye
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