Comparison of Dry Eyes in Post- Menopausal Women With and Without Symptoms of Dry Eyes

Majumdar, Mohana; Khandelwal, Rekha; Gangwani, Tanya

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“…A patient preference study revealed more comfort with the pH of the brinzolamide-based suspensions compared to the more acidic dorzolamide-based solutions. The study concluded that improvement in ocular comfort with brinzolamide-based solutions were due to the pH 58, 59…”

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The impact of topical intraocular pressure lowering medications on the ocular surface of glaucoma patients: A review

Asiedu¹,

Abu

2019

Journal of Current Ophthalmology

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Purpose To assess the literature on the effects of topical intraocular pressure (IOP)-lowering medications on the ocular surface. Ocular surface assessment in these patients is seldom a priority for most clinicians since the ultimate goal of management is to preserve vision. Methods A literature search of articles (English only) on the subject matter was conducted and their findings summarized. Results This review assesses the prevalence of dry eye symptoms in glaucoma patients on topical IOP-lowering medications. We extensively reviewed the effects of the preservatives and active ingredients in these medications on the ocular surface. In particular, the effects of benzalkonium chloride (BAK), a widely used preservative, on meibomian glands are explored. Also mentioned in this review is the association between duration of therapy and severity of dry eye symptoms. The role of the pH of medications in the development of ocular surface disease is also reviewed. Finally, we probed the occurrences of ocular allergic reactions with the use of topical IOP-lowering medications. Conclusions The preservatives and active agents in most topical glaucoma medications are implicated in the prevalence of ocular surface discomfort. Whilst clinicians involved in glaucoma care are encouraged to assess the ocular surface routinely, further studies are needed to demonstrate the contributions of other physiochemical properties of these medications to the development of ocular surface disease in these patients.

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The impact of topical intraocular pressure lowering medications on the ocular surface of glaucoma patients: A review

Asiedu¹,

Abu

2019

Journal of Current Ophthalmology

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“…prevalence is reported to be higher in Asian countries ranging from 60.0% to 73.3%. [14][15][16][17][18][19] In the global index, dry eye studies were mostly focused on the general population and postmenopausal women. However, the few studies that have been carried out on pregnancy and dry eye disease have shown an association between them.…”

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“…Studies with results similar to ours shows the prevalence of dry eye disease among postmenopausal women ranging from 27% to 60% in studies reported from different parts of India. [15][16][17][18][19] A study on the prevalence of dry eye diseases in Nepal conducted on the general population, reported the prevalence of dry eyes disease as 66.0%. 20 A prevalence of 61% of dry eye disease among diabetics in a tertiary care hospital was reported by Singh 21 and a prevalence of 69% dry eye disease among postmenopausal women in a study in eastern Nepal.…”

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“…9,10 However, the prevalence is reported to be higher in Asian countries accounting for 60.0% to 73.3%. [14][15][16][17][18][19] Numerous studies on dry eye disease have been conducted globally, majority of these studies however have been performed on the general population and post-menopausal women. Very few studies on dry eye disease during pregnancy have been reported.…”

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“…14 The prevalence of dry eye disease among postmenopausal women ranges from 27% to 60% in studies reported from different parts of India. [15][16][17][18][19] At present, there is a dearth of data on pregnancy-related ocular changes in Nepal. The few studies that have been conducted, are mainly on the retinal changes during pregnancy induced hypertension.…”

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Dry Eye Disease among Pregnant Women at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Kathmandu

2020

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Pregnancy is characterized by many significant changes in a woman’s body which helps develop the fetus optimally. During pregnancy, there is marked maternal endocrine upregulation, hormonal profile modifications and interactions leading to dry eyes. Pregnancy causes most parts of a woman’s body to change, and the eyes are no exception. Dry eye disease is a common pregnancy problem that usually begins towards the end of the first trimester. Since, there is a dearth of literature on dry eye disease during pregnancy in Nepal, a study was conducted to estimate the prevalence of dry eyes disease among pregnant women and to find its association with socio-demographic characteristics and their gestation period, at Nepal Medical College Teaching Hospital. A total of 84 pregnant women in different trimesters volunteered for this study. The upper and lower limits for estimated mean age were 26.67 years to 25.03 years at 95% confidence level. The prevalence of dry eyes was 89.3% by tear break up time test and 27.4% by Schirmer’s test respectively. The association between gestational age and dry eyes by Schirmer’s test was statistically significant.

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Dry Eye Disease in Postmenopausal Women

Malar

Arumaikannu²

2022

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Aim: Materials AndThe aim of this study is to assess the prevalence of dry eyes among postmenopausal women. Methods: All postmenopausal women presented to PRG hospital, Gingee, South India from April 2021 to March 2022 were evaluated for dry eye disease (DED) along with a complete history, ocular examination including visual acuity using Snellen's chart, Slit lamp examination of anterior segment, tear film breakup time (TBUT) and Shirmers test. Result: Out of the 77 postmenopausal women, 53 of them had DED. Most of the patients belonged to the age group 56-60 (25.97%) and 61-65 years (23.37%). 22.64% of patients had severe degree of DED. DED remains underConclusion: recognized in the postmenopausal age group. Although it is not life-threatening, it substantially compromises the quality of life. Hence, it is essential for health care workers to include ophthalmological examination as an integral part of evaluation in postmenopausal women.

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Comparison of Dry Eyes in Post- Menopausal Women With and Without Symptoms of Dry Eyes

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The impact of topical intraocular pressure lowering medications on the ocular surface of glaucoma patients: A review

The impact of topical intraocular pressure lowering medications on the ocular surface of glaucoma patients: A review

Dry Eye Disease among Pregnant Women at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Kathmandu

Dry Eye Disease in Postmenopausal Women

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