Screening tool · 2 min
Dry Eye Symptom Quiz
9-question quiz on burning, dryness, watery eyes, and screen-related discomfort.
What this test measures
A short, educational reflection on how often you experience common symptoms associated with dry eye — burning, dryness, irritation, watery eyes, blurry vision and screen-related discomfort.
Why it matters
Dry eye symptoms are very common and often improve significantly with proper assessment and care. Recognising patterns is a useful first step.
Who may benefit
People who use screens for long hours, contact lens wearers, anyone in dry indoor environments, and those who notice frequent burning, watery, or tired eyes.
Disclaimer: This tool is for educational purposes only and does not replace a professional eye examination. Screen brightness, calibration, lighting and viewing distance all influence results. For an accurate assessment, request a comprehensive exam with Dr. Roxanna Gangi, your trusted Optometrist in Toronto and York Region.
How to take this test
- Answer 9 short questions about how often you notice each symptom.
- Be honest — there are no right or wrong answers.
- You'll see a general educational result at the end (not a diagnosis).
Take the test
- 1. How often do your eyes feel a burning sensation?
- 2. How often do your eyes feel dry or gritty?
- 3. How often do your eyes feel irritated or sore?
- 4. How often do your eyes water excessively?
- 5. How often does your vision become blurry, especially when blinking helps?
- 6. How often are your contact lenses uncomfortable (if you wear them)?
- 7. How often do your eyes feel worse during or after screen use?
- 8. How often are your eyes sensitive to wind, air conditioning, or heat?
- 9. How often do your eyes feel tired by the end of the day?
Educational only · max 27 points. This does not diagnose dry eye disease.
Common Causes of Dry Eye Symptoms
Dry eye is one of the most common reasons people seek an optometrist. It often has more than one cause and usually responds well to a personalised plan.
Less blinking lets the tear film evaporate, leaving eyes dry, gritty, and tired.
Air conditioning, heating, dry indoor air, wind, and dust can all worsen evaporation.
Long days in lenses can affect tear film stability and contribute to end-of-day dryness.
Tear production naturally changes with age and hormonal shifts.
Some allergy, blood pressure, antidepressant, and acne medications can reduce tear production.
Issues like meibomian gland dysfunction can affect the oily layer of the tear film.
Patients across Toronto, Aurora, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Thornhill, Newmarket, and York Region, Ontario can book a comprehensive eye exam with Dr. Roxanna Gangi, Optometrist to investigate dry eye and screen-related symptoms.
Simple Habits That May Help
- Blink fully and often, especially during screen use.
- Follow the 20-20-20 rule during long focused tasks.
- Use a humidifier in dry indoor environments.
- Avoid direct airflow from fans, vents, and AC onto the eyes.
- Stay well hydrated.
- Discuss contact lens comfort and wearing time with your optometrist.
These online eye tests and assessments are for educational purposes only. They do not diagnose eye disease, measure prescriptions, or replace a comprehensive eye examination by an optometrist. If you experience sudden vision loss, flashes of light, trauma, severe eye pain, or urgent symptoms, seek immediate medical attention.
Frequently asked questions
Want a real, in-person assessment?
Online tools are a great starting point, but a comprehensive eye exam with Dr. Roxanna Gangi can detect conditions that screen-based tests cannot — including glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and early macular changes.