Dry Eye

Last week I was flying at night on a short trip—Kearney to Blair. Everything was normal until my radio started turning to static and the display began flickering. Then I noticed my amps were at zero, which basically meant the airplane was running on battery power and I had a limited amount of time before things started shutting off. So I did something that sounds simple, but is surprisingly hard when you’re stressed: I stopped trying to fix everything at once and focused on t

SSRIs, SNRIs, and what to do when your eyes feel like they’re auditioning for “Desert Planet: The Musical.” Dry Eyes and Antidepressants If you started an antidepressant and then noticed burning, stinging, redness, watery eyes, or that gritty “sand in the eyes” feeling , you’re not being dramatic—and you’re definitely not alone. Dry eye symptoms are a very real (and very common)  side effect with several mood medications, especially the ones used for depression and anxiety. W

If your eyes feel dry, irritated, or tired all the time — you're not alone. Dry eye disease affects millions of people, and it’s more than just a minor annoyance. It can impact your comfort, your vision, and even your quality of life. The good news? There are real solutions . But getting there starts with a proper diagnosis and a clear plan. At our office, we approach dry eye care differently — and patients often ask: How do you figure out what’s really causing my dry eye? Wi

If your eyes feel dry, gritty, or like there’s always something in them, you’re not alone. You’re definitely not imagining things. Dry eye disease is one of the most common and misunderstood eye problems we see. But here’s what most people don’t realize: Not all dry eye is the same — and not every treatment works for every patient. That’s why we don’t believe in quick fixes or one-size-fits-all solutions. Dry eye care is a process. It works best when we slow down, ask the ri