Xerophthalmia - Can Ayurveda Help with Chronic Eye Dryness and Irritation? - #16514
For the past few months, my eyes have been feeling unusually dry, and no matter how much water I drink, the discomfort doesn’t go away. At first, I thought it was just from staring at screens too much, but even when I reduce my screen time, my eyes still feel scratchy, irritated, and sometimes even a bit painful. There are times when my vision becomes slightly blurry, especially in the evenings. I also notice that my eyes don’t produce enough tears, and I often have to blink excessively to feel some relief. I recently visited an eye specialist, and they said I might have xerophthalmia, possibly due to a vitamin A deficiency. They suggested taking vitamin supplements, but I want to explore a more natural way to manage this. I’ve heard that Ayurveda has remedies for eye health and dryness. Are there specific herbs or oils that can help with xerophthalmia? Would something like Triphala or ghee application be beneficial? I also wonder if diet plays a big role. Are there specific foods or spices that can help improve tear production and overall eye moisture? Also, does Ayurveda suggest any lifestyle changes or eye exercises that might help relieve xerophthalmia symptoms in the long run? I’d really like to avoid relying on artificial tear drops forever. Would Panchakarma therapy or any Ayurvedic detox be helpful for xerophthalmia? I’ve heard that excess Pitta or Vata imbalance can contribute to dryness – could this be the reason my eyes are always dry and irritated? I’d love to know how Ayurveda sees xerophthalmia and the best ways to manage it naturally.
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