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Why Are My Eyes So Dry When I Wake Up?

A person lying under a white blanket rubs their eyes roughly after waking up with dry, irritated eyes in the morning.

There are a few potential causes of dry eyes in the morning. Common reasons include:
Environmental factors like allergies, a lack of humidity, or sleeping with air flowing directly on your face.
Sleep conditions like lagophthalmos and sleep apnea can lead to our eyes drying out while we sleep.
Medical conditions like blepharitis and Sjögren’s syndrome, or even certain medications can lead to dry eyes.
Certain lifestyle habits like not drinking enough water, too much screen time before sleeping, or wearing contact lenses while sleeping might lead to dry, irritated eyes in the morning.
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IPL Dry Eye Treatment Side Effects

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If you’re contemplating Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy for your dry eyes, you may have some questions about side effects. Mild discomfort, redness, and temporary swelling are occasionally experienced side effects following IPL therapy for dry eyes.  IPL is performed in an office with an optometrist or ophthalmologist. As with most medical procedures, it comes […]

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