Use of face mask can increase dry eye disease

Published On 2021-10-25 09:57 GMT   |   Update On 2021-10-25 09:57 GMT
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In a recent study, Dr. Arriola-Villalobos Pedro and colleagues discovered that wearing a face mask reduces tear film stability in individuals with moderate-to-severe dry eye.

The findings of this research were published in Cornea, the Journal of Cornea and External Disease in October 2021.

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Face Mask Use May Worsen Dry Eye Disease By Decreasing Tear Film Stability: Study


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