Ocular Surface Treatment
Dry Eye Treatment Liverpool: Help for Chronic Eye Irritation
Comprehensive diagnosis and personalised treatment for chronic dry eye, blepharitis, and meibomian gland dysfunction.
Initial consultation from £250
Do You Have Dry Eye?
Dry eye syndrome affects millions of people and can significantly impact quality of life. If you experience any of these symptoms, you may benefit from a specialist assessment.
Why See a Specialist?
Over-the-counter drops provide temporary relief but don't address the underlying cause of your dry eye. At our Dry Eye Clinic, Ms. Menassa identifies the specific type of dry eye you have—evaporative, aqueous deficient, or mixed—and creates a targeted treatment plan.
This is particularly important if you're considering cataract surgery, as an unhealthy ocular surface can affect your surgical outcome.
Diagnostic Services
Understanding the cause of your dry eye is the first step to effective treatment
Comprehensive Eye Examination
Detailed assessment of your cornea, conjunctiva, and eyelids under magnification.
Tear Film Analysis
Measurement of tear quality, quantity, and stability to identify the type of dry eye.
Meibomian Gland Imaging
Assessment of the oil-producing glands in your eyelids (meibomian glands) that are crucial for tear stability.
Treatment Options
Treatment is tailored to your specific type and severity of dry eye
Foundation Therapy
- Preservative-free lubricant drops
- Warm compresses and lid hygiene
- Omega-3 supplementation advice
- Environmental and lifestyle modifications
Prescription Treatments
- Anti-inflammatory eye drops (cyclosporine, lifitegrast)
- Short-term steroid drops for flare-ups
- Antibiotic treatment for blepharitis
- Punctal plugs to retain tears
Specialist Treatments
- Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy
- Meibomian gland expression
- Autologous serum drops
- Amniotic membrane treatment
"Clean the Windscreen First"
If you're considering cataract surgery, treating your dry eye first is essential. The measurements used to select your intraocular lens depend on a healthy, stable tear film.
An unhealthy ocular surface can lead to inaccurate measurements and suboptimal visual outcomes—even with the most premium lens implant. Ms. Menassa's corneal expertise means she understands this connection intimately.
By optimising your ocular surface before cataract surgery, you typically give yourself a better chance of excellent vision after your procedure.
Dry Eye Clinic Fees
Initial Assessment
£250
Comprehensive examination, tear film analysis, diagnosis, and treatment plan
Follow-up Appointments
£150
Progress review, treatment adjustment, and ongoing management
Additional treatments (e.g., punctal plugs, IPL) are charged separately. Full details provided at consultation.
Dry Eye FAQs
Dry eye is typically a chronic condition that can be effectively managed rather than permanently cured. With the right treatment plan, most patients achieve significant symptom relief and improved quality of life. Some patients can reduce their treatment over time, while others need ongoing management.
Morning symptoms are often due to meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). During sleep, your eyelids are closed for hours without blinking, so the oil layer of your tears isn't being replenished. The tears evaporate overnight, leaving your eyes dry upon waking. Warm compress therapy before bed can help.
Severe, untreated dry eye can potentially damage the corneal surface over time. However, this is uncommon with appropriate treatment. More commonly, dry eye causes fluctuating vision due to an unstable tear film, which improves with treatment.
Dry eye affects the accuracy of the measurements used to select your cataract lens. An unhealthy ocular surface can lead to measurement errors, which may result in suboptimal vision after surgery. Ms. Menassa's 'clean the windscreen first' approach ensures the most accurate results.
Initial improvement is often seen within 2-4 weeks of starting treatment. However, rebuilding a healthy ocular surface and treating underlying causes like blocked oil glands (meibomian gland dysfunction) can take 2-3 months of consistent therapy. Patience and compliance with your treatment plan are key. Ms. Menassa will explain what to expect at each stage of your treatment.
Find Relief for Your Dry Eyes
Stop masking symptoms with over-the-counter drops. Get a proper diagnosis and treatment plan tailored to your specific type of dry eye. Ms. Menassa will explain what to expect during treatment and answer any questions you have.