By: Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Reviewed by: Lauren Hardaker

A real-world clinical study suggests Manuka honey eye drops may offer superior relief from post-surgical dry eye. Still, experts caution that larger trials are needed to confirm the benefits. 

Manuka honey eye drops are associated with greater improvements than sodium hyaluronate eye drops in reducing dry eye symptoms and inflammation after cataract surgery, reports a new study published in Frontiers in Ophthalmology.

Cataract surgery frequently triggers or worsens dry eye symptoms

Dry eye is a complex disease associated with discomfort, vision problems, and reduced overall quality of life. It is a highly prevalent disease and one of the most common reasons for visits to general ophthalmologists.

Inflammation, neurosensory abnormalities, environmental triggers, and certain surgical interventions can significantly contribute to dry eye disease. Cataract surgery is a common ophthalmic procedure that can both induce and exacerbate dry eye symptoms. Approximately 34-37 % of patients experience persistent dry eye symptoms even six months after cataract surgery.

Although no curative treatment is currently available, lubricating eye drops, topical cyclosporine A, mucin secretagogues, anti-inflammatory agents, eyelid hygiene, and punctal occlusion are among the available interventions to improve dry eye symptoms.

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Source: News Medical Life Sciences