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Dry Eye Syndrome
Definition 1
A syndrome characterized by dryness of the cornea and conjunctiva. It is usually caused by a deficiency in tear production. Symptoms include a feeling of burning eyes and a possible foreign body presence in the eye. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
A disorder characterized by dryness of the cornea and conjunctiva. (NCI Thesaurus/CTCAE)
Definition 3
Corneal and conjunctival dryness due to deficient tear production, predominantly in menopausal and post-menopausal women. Filamentary keratitis or erosion of the conjunctival and corneal epithelium may be caused by these disorders. Sensation of the presence of a foreign body in the eye and burning of the eyes may occur. (NLM, Medical Subject Headings)
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