Dry eyes are common in women. Here’s why you shouldn’t ignore them

September 4, 2026 · 9:00 am 1 sources

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• Dry eyes are common in women. Here's why you shouldn't ignore them
  NPR · September 4, 2026 09:00
  Research suggests around half of all women in the menopausal transition years experience symptoms, like red, watery or gritty-feeling eyes. Hormonal shifts play a role, as do a lot of other factors.