Most people assume sore, watery eyes after a long day on screens are simply part of modern life. They push through the irritation, blame “eye strain”, and expect it to disappear after some sleep. Too often, it does not.
Why do so many women suddenly develop burning, watery, irritated eyes during menopause or pregnancy? Hormonal changes are sometimes the clue.
Dry eye occurs when the eyes fail to produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate faster than they should. That imbalance disrupts the tear film, the thin layer that keeps vision clear and the cornea protected.