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Should I be worried about dry eyes?

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Should I be worried about dry eyes?

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Dry eyes are extremely common--more so as we age. Ophthalmologist and Sharecare Advisory Board member David Demartini, MD describes normal dryness and when dryness should be cause for concern.

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