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The misconception that dry eye disease (DED) primarily affects the elderly presents a risk of overlooking issues in children. DED has been reported in paediatric populations with a prevalence of up to 33%1. As in adults, risk factors for paediatric DED include diabetes, Sjögren’s syndrome, blepharok
In 2021, the Ocular Surface Lab (OSL) commenced the ‘Eye for an Eye’ study, with a view to better understanding the natural history of dry eye disease (DED) by observing changes occurring to the ocular surface of optometry students over the course of their degree. Approved by the the University of A
Dry eye disease (DED) affects approximately one in three New Zealanders. As clinicians, it’s critical that we accurately diagnose and manage this impactful disease. Left untreated, DED is detrimental to patients’ quality of life with its impact ranging from intermittent ocular discomfort to more ser