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5 Ways to Prevent Dry Eyes During Air Travel

airplane- Dry Eye Air Travel TipsWhile traveling can be taxing on the entire body, the eyes are especially vulnerable ā€” particularly when wearing a mask to protect from COVID. When traveling by plane, the dry air can cause your eyes to become red, parched and irritated. While you canā€™t control all variables during your travels, eye specialists have discovered a number of ways to reduce the chances of experiencing the unpleasant symptoms of "travelers' dry eye."

Prevent Dry Eye From Affecting Your Vision

Drink plenty of water. If your body isnā€™t properly hydrated, it will have a tougher time increasing tear production in a dry atmosphere. Humidity levels on planes are typically below 20%, which is lower than the Sahara Desert! Keep your eyes moist and comfortable by drinking plenty of water before, during and after your flight.

Wear your glasses. Since contact lenses remove moisture from your eye's surface tear film, they can contribute to dry eye. Wearing your glasses can help keep your eyes moist.

Wear a sleep mask. Even when your eyelids are closed, your eyes might lose moisture, which happens frequently when you sleep. On a plane, a sleep mask can help prevent additional dryness.

Use hydrating eye drops. When you're in a dry environment, a good hydrating eye drop can provide a brief respite.

Make sure your face mask fits snugly. When a personā€™s breath rises upward it can dry out their eyes. A face mask that fits securely around the bridge of the nose can prevent air from reaching the eyes.

Is dry eye making you miserable, especially when traveling? Put an end to the discomfort and struggle by contacting Yesnick Vision Center. Our dedicated eye doctors will get to the bottom of your dry eye and provide effective, lasting treatment.

Our practice serves patients from Las Vegas, Spring Valley, Summerlin, and Henderson, Nevada and surrounding communities.

Frequently Asked Questions with Dr. David Yesnick

Q: Can dry eye be cured?

  • A: In some cases, yes. A range of successful treatment options can help manage dry eye for long-term relief. Your eye doctor can also provide in-office treatments for more advanced forms of dry eye disease.

Q: What type of treatments are available for dry eye?

  • A: Depending on the cause of the dry eye, treatment options include:
    - Lubricants
    - Punctal plugs
    - Topical steroids
    - Warm compresses
    - Protective eyewear
    - Intense pulse light
    - Switching to medications that donā€™t cause dry eye symptoms

Looking for dry eye treatment? Contact Yesnick Vision Center today!


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