Wednesday, March 10, 2010

eye discharge

Question
i have a discharge from my eyes. its not pink eye. could it be allergy. its not sore or red but during the night i wake up with the eyes feeling very dry. should i see a doctor or an optometrist.


Answer
Dear Gina,



Yes could be an allergy or dry eyes.



Use some safe over the counter lubricating eye drops for this for a few days, if it does not improve, then please visit an eye centre to rule out the start of any infection etc.



Regards,

Dr Shroff