Causes of Dry Eye

Life style – staring at computer screens, televisions, or electronic readers for long periods of time, exposure to air conditioning, wind, smoke, and dry climates

Age – dry eye syndrome often gets worse as we age

Gender – women are more likely to develop dry eyes

Other factors – long term use of contact lenses, refractive eye surgery, some medications, medical conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, thyroid problems and inflammation of the eyelids ( Blepharitis).