At our Vancouver eye clinic, we see and treat lots of patients who have dry eyes following cataract surgery. Cataract surgery results in dry eye syndrome because the surgery cuts the nerves in the cornea of the eye, which impairs the ability of the eye to create a proper tear film. The result is dry eye. Dry eye can cause pain, irritation and decreased vision. Here's what everyone contemplating cataract surgery should know about what to do about dry eye. Read more...
