What causes dry eyes in children?

Children will have dry eyes when they are very young. When the children's eyes are too dry, they will feel very uncomfortable. The children will keep making noises when their eyes are dry and uncomfortable, which will make adults feel very bad. In fact, the dry eyes of children are likely to be caused by some diseases, but it may also be caused by the factors of wind and sand. In short, there are many reasons for the dry eyes of children. So what is the reason for the dry eyes of children?

Recent studies suggest that changes in the ocular surface, immune-based inflammatory responses, cell apoptosis, and changes in sex hormone levels are related factors in the occurrence and development of dry eye, but the relationship between these factors is not yet clear. Causes can be divided into four categories:

1. Insufficient tear secretion from the aqueous lacrimal gland

It is the most common cause of dry eyes; congenital absence of tear glands, decreased tear gland function due to senility, or some autoimmune diseases causing tear gland inflammation, trauma, infection, autonomic nervous system disorders, long-term use of certain eye drops or taking certain medications can cause insufficient tear secretion; long-term wear of contact lenses.

2. Insufficient secretion of the oil layer

Meibomian gland dysfunction due to eyelid disease.

3. Insufficient secretion of mucin layer

People with vitamin A1 deficiency, chronic conjunctivitis, chemical burns, etc.

4. Excessive tear evaporation and uneven tear film distribution

Eyelid diseases can cause poor eyelid closure, reduced blinking, and prolonged stays in air-conditioned rooms or in windy, hot outdoor environments.

The above content allows us to understand the various reasons for the child's dry eyes. If you know the exact reason for the child's dry eyes, you must take the child to the hospital for diagnosis in time. In this way, you can rest assured based on the results of the diagnosis. If the child has any disease, you can also receive treatment more promptly. If the child's eyes are dry, you can use eye drops for the child.