The Stress-DED Puzzle: What is the Link?

Dear Dr. Renukaprasad A R, Do you know that psychological factors like anxiety, stress, and mood disorders may exacerbate dry eye disease (DED)? Anxiety, anger, insecurity, irritability, mood swings, and depression are all symptoms of neuroticism, a personality trait. Moreover, several studies have correlated dry eye symptoms with neuroticism. Further, the chance of developing dry eye was observed to rise with the severity of psychological stress. Perceived stress, anxiety sensitivity, and fear of anxiety-related sensations can predict DED symptoms. Here's an interesting article that discusses the link between stress and anxiety and the development of DED, as well as the effect that this link has on a patient's quality of life. Click to Read Docplexus: One of the world's largest online communities of Doctors Pune - 411045, India info@docplexus.co.in   |  +91 98500 36954 You are receiving this communication because you are registered member of Docplexus. Unsubscribe from this mailing list. *|LIST:DESCRIPTION|* *|LIST:ADDRESS|* *|REWARDS_TEXT|*