Symptoms of dry eye syndrome: Sensitivity to light Redness of the eyes The sensation of a foreign body in the eyes Trouble wearing contact lenses or driving at night Irritated, watery eyes Blurred vision Eye fatigue Stinging or burning in the eyes A scratchy sensation in the eyes Stringy mucus in or around the eyes Cases of dry eye syndrome include age, medical conditions, medications, environmental conditions, infrequent blinking, and eyelid problems
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