Bill Harvey: Dream machine

This publication is one of several that has been keen to promote the development of dry eye management over recent years. Indeed, the ability for us to assess accurately a condition that is both widespread and a major cause of discomfort in many people’s lives, and to offer a tailored and ongoing solution is a great step forward.

That said, I have recently noticed a possible down side to the increased interest. Firstly, I have reviewed a number of qualifying optometrist records lately where asymptomatic patients appear to have been offered a range of therapies (typically lid wipes, comfort drops and possibly an eye bag) when the presenting signs and lack of symptoms do not seem to justify this.