If your dry eyes itch, burn, or sting, punctal plugs may be just the thing to relieve your symptoms. How well they work depends on what causes your problems and what kind of plug you and your doctor ...

If you have dry eyes and your symptoms don’t improve with artificial tears, a doctor may recommend punctal plugs. They can help reduce excess tear loss from the ducts in your eyes. Share on Pinterest ...

Treating the underlying cause of chronic dry eye may help improve photophobia. OTC eye drops, tear duct plugs, and tinted sunglasses are some of the available treatments. Share on Pinterest Chronic ...