Individuals medically diagnosed with "dry eyes" experience feelings of dryness, itchiness, burning, and general irritation in their eyes. Dry eyes can be caused by a decreased production of tears by the tear-producing glands in the eyes. Which of the following would help alleviate dry eyes?

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Blocking the eyelid openings used to drain tears will help the limited amount of tears produced stay longer on the surface of the eyes, thus alleviating the feelings of dryness, itchiness, burning, and general irritation. The other options listed do not address the decrease in tear production that causes dry eyes. Avoiding dry environments may help alleviate symptoms temporarily, but it is not a long-term solution. Stimulating production of aqueous humor and vitreous humor does not directly address the issue of decreased tear production.

Individuals Medically Diagnosed with "Dry Eyes" Experience Feelings of Dryness