Hormones & Dry Eye

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Hormonal changes during peri-menopause and menopause can significantly affect the tear film and meibomian glands. Many women notice new or worsening symptoms including dryness, watering, burning, light sensitivity and fluctuating vision.

Dry eye during this stage of life is common — but it is often under-recognised and under-treated.

Why It Happens

Oestrogen and androgen fluctuations affect tear production

Meibomian gland function can decline

Ocular rosacea may become more prominent

Contact lenses may suddenly feel uncomfortable

How We Help

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Our assessment identifies whether symptoms are driven by evaporative dry eye, gland dysfunction, inflammation or hormonal tear instability. Treatment may include:

  • Advanced tear film diagnostics

  • Meibomian gland therapy

  • IPL for ocular rosacea

  • Structured lid hygiene and targeted lubrication