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Conjunctival xerosis

Dryness of the eye due to inadequate production of tears. Causes include vitamin A deficiency, Sjogren syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and scleroderma

Symptoms of Conjunctival xerosis

The following features are indicative of Conjunctival xerosis:
  • dryness of the conjunctiva

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Common Causes of Conjunctival xerosis

The following are the most common causes of Conjunctival xerosis:
  • vitamin A deficiency

Prevention of Conjunctival xerosis

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Conjunctival xerosis. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
  • eat fibrous vegetables
  • eat dark green leafy vegetables
  • eat soft-fleshed yellow/orange vegetables
  • eat fruits

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Conjunctival xerosis

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Conjunctival xerosis:
  • Rose Bengal staining: To diagnose conjunctival xerosis

Complications of Conjunctival xerosis if untreated

It is not know if Conjunctival xerosis causes complications if left untreated.

Self-care for Conjunctival xerosis

The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Conjunctival xerosis:
  • eat fibrous vegetables
  • eat dark green leafy vegetables
  • eat soft-fleshed yellow/orange vegetables
  • eat fruits
  • take vitamin A supplementation

Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Conjunctival xerosis

The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Conjunctival xerosis:
  • Vitamin A supplementation: Vitamin A supplementation helps in treating the conjunctival xerosis

Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Conjunctival xerosis.
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