Q: I have Dry Eye and it has been acting up lately. Does the cold weather cause my Dry Eye to get worse in the winter?

A: It is quite common for Dry Eye to get worse or develop in the wintertime because cold air is much more dry and the existing moisture you would normally find indoors is dried up by the use of heaters. Since your eyes need moisture to maintain their healthy status, which can sometimes be accomplished with humidity, dry eye usually peaks in the winter. In addition to the air...