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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Dry eye syndrome (DES) is a prevalent global condition.
  • DES significantly diminishes quality of life and interferes with daily activities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the coping strategies employed by individuals experiencing dry eye.
  • To understand how patients manage the impact of dry eye on their lives.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative research using six focus group sessions.
  • Participants included 38 dry eye sufferers (30 women, 8 men, aged 61±11.8 years).
  • Thematic analysis of coded transcripts with consensus among three assessors.

Main Results:

  • Ten distinct themes of coping strategies were identified.
  • Traditional methods include lid warming, cleansing, lubrication, and supplements.
  • Other strategies encompass Traditional Chinese Medicine, eye care habits, environmental adjustments, lifestyle modifications, psychological attitudes, and social communication.

Conclusions:

  • Dry eye sufferers utilize a wide range of holistic and personalized coping strategies.
  • These strategies are integral to managing the daily impact of dry eye syndrome.