A new study by the University of Southampton reports that patients suffering from dry eye disease symptoms have a lower quality of life compared to those without symptoms.
Patients suffering from dry eye disease not only have vision problems, but new research shows how it can negatively impact physical health and mental health. The study shows that these patients have a lower quality of life compared to those without symptoms.
The findings showed that patients with the condition reported negative effects on visual function, their ability to carry out daily activities and their work productivity. Dry eye disease is a common condition and a frequent reason for patients to seek medical care. It can affect people of any age but is most prevalent in women and in older people.
Symptoms include irritation and redness in the eyes, blurred vision, and a sensation of grittiness in the eye. The results showed that a higher proportion of participants in the study with dry eye disease had problems with mobility and experienced more difficulties in their day-to-day activities than patients without the condition. The surveys also revealed they were more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression. Those with the most severe symptoms were more likely to experience a negative impact on their social and emotional functioning as well work productivity.
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