The front surface of our eyes is covered by a thin layer of tears. The tears keep our eyes clean and comfortable, and are very important for good vision. Healthy tears contain oil, water and mucus ...

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Dry eye disease occurs when the eyes do not produce enough tears or when something interferes with tear production. Dry eye disease can cause a variety of symptoms, including burning, stinging ...