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Dry eyes is a growing concern, with the numbers increasing rapidly of individuals who struggle with the effects. One study estimates nearly half the population experience symptoms of dry eyes—from mild irritation to more severe burning, itching, sensitivity to light, even blurry vision and an inability to quickly focus. Why are dry eyes so common today? The time spent on computers and other electronic devices is a major contributing factor. When concentrating on a computer screen or staring at a cellphone or tablet, we don’t blink as often, and reduced blink rates mean increased dryness. Smoking, air pollution and some medications can increase the risk, as can environmental factors, including temperatures, humidity, wind and dust, altitude and allergens. Winter can be even worse than summer, with lower humidity, colder temperatures and the use of indoor heaters increasing the dryness in the air. Can dry eyes be dangerous? Many symptoms can be temporary and can be alleviated with proper care. Often, however, symptoms are progressive, getting worse and more frequent, ultimately affecting ones’ eyesight, making it difficult to read, work at the computer or fully participate in other activities. Chief complaints when it comes to eyesight are blurred vision, difficulty in seeing at night, and, among the most common, the inability to wear contact lenses. Can I wear contacts if I have dry eyes? Until recently, wearing contact lenses only added to the discomfort and caused eyes to dry out even more. Now, however, thanks to the introduction of the first new contact lens material in eight years, many are experiencing tremendous results. Developed by Bausch and Lomb, the exclusive ULTRA contact lens with MoistureSeal, offers dry eye sufferers and others the benefits of a material designed to seal in moisture, keep the eye lubricated and prevent lens dehydration. For more information, visit www.aglasses.com or contact Dr. Mark J. Page, OD, with Arizona's Vision, located at 15215 S. 48th Street, Ste. 180, in Phoenix, by calling (480) 405-7629.