• robocall@lemmy.world
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    11 hours ago

    I use Optase preservative free eye drops for severe dry eyes per recommendation of my eye surgeon and optometrist. They both recommend IPL therapy, but one of them gave me an RX for xiidra eye drops that I have yet to fill.

    Fun fact - wearing sunglasses can help reduce developing macular degeneration later in life, so wear those sunnies when out in the daytime.

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      34 minutes ago

      Does Optase have a contacts-friendly version? I have absolutely terrible dry eyes and they’re worse with contacts in. (Hi @maipu I also have the same eye issues as you).

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      11 hours ago

      How interesting about your eye care routine! Sounds like you’re in good hands, did you know that Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy is not only great for dry eyes, but also for the skin? It can help reduce age spots and rosacea, so it’s a two for one ! I hope you find relief with Xiidra drops if you decide to buy them, and always remember to take care of those precious little eyes

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        11 hours ago

        I’m excited to try IPL therapy around my eyes for the skin benefits. We only have one set of eyes, so we gotta take care of them!

        I noticed you are new to Lemmy, so I hope you enjoy the fediverse and all that Lemmy has to offer. It’s a small community here compared to other networks but it’s very positive.

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          11 hours ago

          it’s true, eyes are very valuable, I’d rather lose a kidney than an eye. jaja thank you for the welcome (L) long live the four eyes