Glaucoma and Dry Eye Syndrome Impact on Quality of Life: What We Know?

Ivana Beatrice Alberta^1*, Michael Chandra Sarsono¹, Cisca Kuswidyati²

Abstract

Dry eye syndrome (DES) and glaucoma are two chronic eye diseases that require continuous and long-term use of topical drugs. These diseases can cause decreased quality of life from various aspects such as visual, psychological, long-term treatment, and economic burdens. This study proposed to review the chronic eye disease impact on patients’ quality of life. There are several questionnaires created to quantify these data. In conclusion, many studies have reported a significant reduction in quality of life in people with DES and glaucoma.

Keywords

dry eye syndrome; glaucoma; quality of life

Cite This Article

Alberta, I. B., Sarsono, M. C., Kuswidyati, C. (2022). Glaucoma and Dry Eye Syndrome Impact on Quality of Life: What We Know?. International Journal of Scientific Advances (IJSCIA), Volume 3| Issue 3: May-Jun 2022, Pages 494-498, URL: https://www.ijscia.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Volume3-Issue3-May-Jun-No.291-494-498.pdf

Volume 3 | Issue 3: May-Jun 2022