Dry eye is a common condition that occurs when your tears don’t provide adequate moisture for your eyes. The medical name for dry eyes is keratoconjunctivitis sicca. This lack of moisture causes inflammation in your eyes. Your risk of developing dry eyes increases as you age, and it is associated with medical conditions like Sjogren’s syndrome, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis.
Common symptoms can include burning, stinging and scratchy sensations, redness and heightened sensitivity to light. You might feel as if you have something scratchy such as sand in your eyes and can experience difficulty with driving, watching TV for prolonged periods of time or wearing of your contact lenses. You may also have stringy mucus in and around your eyes.
Dry eye treatment most often includes eye drops, which can reduce dryness and ease your discomfort. You can use over-the-counter lubricant artificial tears, or your eye doctor can insert tear-duct blocking punctal plugs that will help increase lubrication and improve your symptoms. Dr. Chocron might also prescribe an anti-inflammatory drug such as restasis or xiidra in eye-drop form to provide you with much needed relief.
We welcome new patients and would be delighted to take care of your vision needs. Call 954.342.6399 or use our Request an appointment form. Our eye clinic cares for people of all ages from Hollywood, Hallandale, Aventura, Pembroke Pines, Golden Beach, Sunny Isles, Bal Harbour and surrounding communities.
Dr. Isaac Chocron Kaswan took care of my eye emergency. He was able to add me to his schedule very rapidly, on the same day, and accurately diagnosed my problem. He communicated the treatment very effectively and even continued to call me to ensure I continued to improve. I would highly recommend this doctor.
Beni B
Dr. Isaac Chocron Kaswan is a very knowledgeable and caring ophthalmologist. He addressed all of my concerns. I will continue to follow him.
Simon K
I visited Dr. Isaac Chocron Kaswan’s office and my experience was excellent. Dr. Chocron completed a comprehensive exam that addressed the state of my vision, as well as the health and safety of my eyes, including screening examinations of the optic nerve and fundus. He was very friendly and approachable, answering all of my concerns with very clear information. I would highly recommend Dr. Isaac Chocron Kaswan to address eye problems you may be concerned with. He is a superb provider.
Irene Herman
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Isaac Chocron Kaswan. His treatment recommendations resolved my eyelid problems and I will continue to follow him for my eye care. Highly recommended.
David Hassan