Eye Dryness is a medical condition that can result from the eyes reduced ability to produce tears. Many people don't even know they have it. Symptoms of Eye Dryness are painful sore eyes, a gritty feeling, light sensitivity, and blurred or poor vision. Some of the main causes of dry eyes are computer use, working in air-conditioned buildings, living in windy places or low humidity areas. It's important to remember while the symptoms may be environmental many factors may be the cause of dry eyes. If left untreated chronic dry eye can potentially damage to the corneal tissue and increase vulnerability to eye infections. If you think you may have dry eyes, now is a good time to set up an appointment.