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Prevalence of Dry Eye Among the Elderly

American Journal of Ophthalmology · 1997 · Vol. 124(6) · pp. 723–728

Oliver D. Schein✉(Johns Hopkins University)Beatriz Muñoz(Johns Hopkins University)James M. Tielsch(Johns Hopkins University)Karen Bandeen‐Roche(Johns Hopkins University)S. K. West(Johns Hopkins University)

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Abstract

Symptoms and signs of dry eye are common among the elderly but were not associated with age, race, or sex in this population-based sample of elderly Americans. Extrapolating to the United States population aged 65 to 84 years, the study yields an estimate of 4.3 million who experience symptoms of ocular irritation often or all the time.

Ocular Surface and Contact Lens Allergic Rhinitis and Sensitization Acne and Rosacea Treatments and EffectsMedicineAsymptomaticRose bengalPopulationMeibomian glandTearsDry eyesDemographicsOphthalmologySurgery

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AgedAged, 80 and overData Interpretation, StatisticalDiagnostic Techniques, OphthalmologicalFemaleFluorescent DyesHumansMaleMarylandSurveys and QuestionnairesRandom AllocationRetrospective StudiesRose BengalTearsUrban Population

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