Dry eye is one of the most common and most under-treated eye problems. It happens when the eyes do not make enough tears, or the tears evaporate too quickly – often linked to screen use, age, environment or the oil glands in the eyelids. It is rarely serious, but it can be genuinely uncomfortable, and it is very manageable with the right assessment.
Who it affects
Dry eye is common in people who spend long hours on screens, contact lens wearers, those in air-conditioned or dusty environments, people over forty, and those with certain medical conditions or medications. It is also more common after some eye surgery.
Symptoms to watch for
- Gritty, sandy or burning sensation
- Tired, heavy eyes – especially after screens
- Redness and irritation
- Watering (the eye over-produces tears in response to dryness)
- Blurred vision that clears when you blink
When to see an eye specialist
If discomfort is persistent, affects your work or comfort, or does not settle with simple lubricating drops, an assessment helps identify the cause and the right treatment.
How it is diagnosed
We assess your tear quality and quantity, examine the eyelid oil glands and ocular surface, and look for any underlying contributors – so treatment targets the actual cause rather than just the symptom.
Treatment options
- Lubricating drops matched to your type of dry eye
- Eyelid and meibomian gland care
- Simple changes to screen habits and environment
- Treatment of any underlying surface inflammation
Benefits of timely care
- Real, lasting relief from daily discomfort
- Better comfort with screens and contact lenses
- Protection of the ocular surface over the long term
Risks and honest expectations
Dry eye is usually a long-term condition that is managed rather than cured outright. Honest expectation-setting matters: most people achieve good comfort with the right routine, but it often needs ongoing care.
Recovery and follow-up
Many people feel improvement within a few weeks of starting the right treatment. We review and adjust the plan to keep your eyes comfortable.
Why choose Balaji Horizon Eye Hospital
- A proper cause-based assessment, not a one-size-fits-all drop
- Care for screen-related and contact-lens-related dry eye
- Practical, sustainable routines
- Two Ahmedabad locations for easy follow-up
Your specialist
Dry eye assessment is part of the comprehensive ocular-surface care led by Dr. Jayadatt D. Patel and our team.
Frequently asked questions
Are eye drops enough for dry eye?
For mild dry eye, lubricating drops often help a lot. Moderate or persistent dry eye usually needs a cause-based plan, which may include eyelid care and treating surface inflammation.
Can screens cause dry eye?
Long screen sessions reduce your blink rate, which worsens dry eye. Simple changes to screen habits, along with treatment, make a real difference.
Is dry eye permanent?
It is usually a chronic condition that is well managed with the right routine, rather than something cured once and for all.
Related services
Ocular surface disease – Contact lens services – Comprehensive eye checkup
Book a consultation
Science City & Naranpura, Ahmedabad – Monday to Saturday.
Information on this page is for general awareness and does not replace a consultation with an eye specialist.
Cost & payment options
The cost of Dry Eye Clinic depends on your eyes, the technology and any lens or implant chosen, and your individual clinical needs. We give you a clear, written estimate after your examination — with no obligation — and explain exactly what is included.
- Clear written estimate after assessment — no hidden charges
- EMI / instalment options on eligible procedures
- Have health insurance or an Ayushman Bharat card? Ask us how it may apply.
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We don't list fixed prices because the right treatment — and therefore the cost — varies from patient to patient.
Care you can trust
Specialist surgeon
Fellowship-trained cornea, refractive & cataract surgeon.
Advanced technology
First in Gujarat with ANTERION & SPECTRALIS (GMPE).
Ethical, honest care
Evidence-based, individualised advice — no overtreatment.
Two locations
Convenient care at Science City & Naranpura, Ahmedabad.
Dr. Jayadatt Patel
MBBS, MS (Ophthalmology), FCRS — Cornea, Refractive & Ocular Surface Surgeon
Founder & Director of Balaji Horizon Eye Hospital and Consultant Cornea & Refractive Surgeon at C.H. Nagri Eye Hospital, Ahmedabad. Dr. Patel focuses on accurate diagnosis, vision preservation and individualised, ethical care.
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Same specialist care at both our Ahmedabad branches.
Conditions we treat
What to expect: your care pathway
- Ocular-surface assessment — Tear-film and lid evaluation to find the real cause.
- Identify the type — Distinguish evaporative from aqueous-deficient dry eye.
- Targeted therapy — Lubricants, lid care and gland treatment matched to the cause.
- Review and maintain — Follow-up to keep the surface comfortable and healthy.