The challenge of dry eye disease in developing countries
- Author:
Victor L. Caparas
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- Publication Type:Editorial
- MeSH: Dry Eye Syndromes
- From: Philippine Journal of Ophthalmology 2024;49(1):1-3
- CountryPhilippines
- Language:English
- Abstract: Dry eye disease (DED), currently and, perhaps, at long last a widely accepted prevalent ocular disorder, poses significant challenges, particularly in the developing world, including the Philippines. It disrupts the tear film, leading to discomfort and visual impairment, thereby affecting not only quality of life but economic productivity as well. The ubiquitousness of computer screen use and the evolution of cataract surgery into refractive surgery are only two causative factors of a complex, multivariate problem. Despite its global prevalence, a stark contrast exists in the awareness, diagnosis, and treatment of DED between developed and developing regions. This editorial aims to underscore these disparities, focusing on the crucial roles of healthcare awareness, diagnostic advancements, accessible treatment options, prioritization of governmental policies, and the ethical engagement of the pharmaceutical industry to enhance DED management in under-resourced settings.
- Full text:202406261521253852pjo 1.pdf
