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Can IPl Treatment Be Effective for Dry Eye Syndrome?
I have read that IPL helps dry eye syndrome. Can you verify this?
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nikkidog
in Wichita, KS
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IPL and Dry Eyes
Most manufacturers of IPL lasers suggest technicians do not go within the orbital rim of the eye because the tissue is much softer and different and can be more easily damaged. This is where you would have to go to treat dry eye syndrome. Dr. Toyos is the physician you are referring to who uses IPL in this area to help treat dry eyes and one of his papers is referenced below. (Please note though that most of his patients suffer from many different eye problems and not just dry...
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IPL and dry eye syndrome
Unfortunately, IPL wouldn't help with dry eyes. You should consult your Ophthalmologist or Internist for more information on how to help you. Good luck.
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Can IPl Treatment Be Effective for Dry Eye Syndrome?
Hello,
I cannot see a possibility of IPL being effective for dry eye symptoms.
You should consult with an Ophthalmologist.
Best,
Dr. Malouf
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I have never used IPL to treat dry eyes nor have I ever heard of such a thing.
Dr. Grant Stevens
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I've been suffering from dry eye since November, 2009. I was 34 years old and in the middle of research for my grad thesis. I'd noticed that my eyes were burning and feeling like I had sand in them for about two weeks. Then it go so bad that I could read well because my eyes were hurting so badly. I have rosacea. In fact, I was diagnosed as having CREST syndrome when I was 31. My had eyes had never bothered me before Nov. 2009. My doctor tried lacrisert (not sure of the spelling) and every drop available. Nothing lasted more than an hour before I needed to add more drops. In the Spring of 2011, I saw an add in a local paper for IPL for dry eyes. I called and made an appointment that day. Two weeks later, I had my first treatment. I walked out crying... with actual tears in my eyes! It was amazing. I had another treatment one month later. Dr. Toyos suggests that you get 4 treatments, on month apart the first time. We were in the middle of a move so I only had two treatments. When I got to Seattle, I assumed I'd find another doc here who does it. I haven't. My eyes were great for about 9 months. I need another treatment and I'm going back to Chicago soon for another one. I highly suggest giving it a try!