United Market Study of Dry Eye Sufferers 2021: Focus on Self-diagnosed and Physician-diagnosed Dry Eye, Detailing Symptoms, Severity and Treatment, Among Other Topics
Dublin, Nov. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "The 2021 Study of the U.S Market of Dry Eye Sufferers " report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The 2021 Study of Dry Eye Sufferers focuses on both self-diagnosed and physician-diagnosed dry eye, detailing symptoms, severity and treatment, among other topics.
Attitudes toward prescription medication for dry eye are becoming more favorable according to our new study among Dry Eye Sufferers which finds more sufferers who believe they need an Rx to manage their dry eye than in the past.
The study was conducted in two phases in order to measure market size among the general population of adults and to delve deeper into treatment practices among a sample of dry eye sufferers.
Key research objectives include the following:
Dry eye symptoms and severity
Perceived causes of dry eye and contributing factors
Rx and OTC treatments used
Brand awareness, use and satisfaction
Factors influencing brand selection
Physician diagnosis and recommendations
Impact of blue light on dry eye
Digital device usage effects
Attitudes toward dry eye treatments and awareness of new treatments
Contact lens wearers' correlation to dry eye
A Market Segmentation Analysis is included in Phase II that identifies distinct groups of dry eye sufferers differentiated with regard to their treatment product needs and preferences.
Key Topics Covered:
INTRODUCTION
METHODOLOGY
KEY FINDINGS
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
PHASE I: AMONG TOTAL ADULTS
Eye Symptoms Experienced Frequently/Regularly
Incidence Trend For Dry Eye
Incidence of Dry Eye by Subgroups
Eye Diseases Diagnosed by Health Professional
Digital Device Use
Symptoms Related to Digital Device Use
Actions Taken to Minimize Visual Impact of Digital Device Use
PHASE II: DRY EYE SUFFERERS
1. PROFILE OF DRY EYE SUFFERERS
Dry Eye Symptoms Experience Regularly/Most Bothersome
Seasonal Problems With Dry Eye
Severity of Dry Eye Symptoms
Extent to Which Consider Dry Eye Symptoms Bothersome
Time of Day Dry Eye Most Bothersome
Frequency Experiencing Dry Eye
Perceived Causes of Dry Eye Problem
Situations in Which Dry Eye Is Most Bothersome
Experience With Dry Eye Flares
Eye Conditions Among Dry Eye Sufferers
Attitudes About Dry Eye
2. DRY EYE AND VISION CORRECTION
Eye Surgery/Lasik and Dry Eye
Vision Correction and Dry Eye
3. IMPACT OF DIGITAL VIEWING & "BLUE LIGHT" ON DRY EYE
Extent Computers/Digital Devices Contribute to Eye Strain Symptoms
Symptoms Related to Digital Device Use
Extent to Which Symptoms Related to Digital Device use are Considered Severe and Bothersome
Actions Recommended by Doctor to Minimize Digital Impact on Eyes
Eye Drop Use During Digital Media Viewing
Awareness & Ownership of Computer Eyeglasses
Awareness & Usage of Computer Contact Lenses
4. TREATMENTS FOR DRY EYE: OTC & Rx
Treatments Ever/Currently Use For Dry Eye
Trend in Dry Eye Products Currently Use
Dry Eye Products Currently Use - By Subgroups
Product Most Effective For Treating Flares
Frequency of Using OTC Products in Conjunction With Rx
Likelihood of Considering Rx Dry Eye Medication Use
Reasons For Not Using Prescription Medication
Problems Experience With Current Treatments
Other Methods Used to Treat Dry Eye Symptoms
Awareness of New Dry Eye Treatments
Interest in Discussing New Treatments With Eye Doctor
Attitudes About Treating Dry Eye
5. SHOPPING PATTERNS AND INFORMATION SOURCES
Monthly Out-of-Pocket Expenditure for Dry Eye Products
Advertising for Dry Eye Products
Brands Recall Being Advertised
Sources of Information About Dry Eye
Where Usually Purchase Artificial Tears/Lubricant Eye Drops
Online Purchasing of Artificial Tears/Lubricant Eye Drops
6. ROLE OF HEALTHCARE PROVIDER
Dry Eye Diagnosed/Currently Treated by a Physician
Severity and Type of Dry Eye Diagnosis
What Motivated Visit to Healthcare Professional About Dry Eye
Frequency of Visiting Doctor For Dry Eye
Healthcare Professional's Recommendation For Dry Eye
Communication With Doctor About Dry Eye Flares
Satisfaction With Healthcare Provider
Reasons Have Not Consulted Doctor About Dry Eye
Attitudes About Physician's Role in Treating Dry Eye
7. FOCUS ON: OTC DRY EYE PRODUCTS AND BRANDS
Artificial Tears/Lubricant Eye Drops Brand Awareness
Artificial Tears/Lubricant Eye Drop Brands Ever/Currently Use
Brand Loyalty
Greatest Influence on Choice of Artificial Tears/Lubricant Eye Drop Brand Use Most Often
Satisfaction With Usual Artificial Tears/Lubricant Eye Drop Brand
Key Driver Analysis - OTC Artificial Tears/Lubricant Eye Drop Brand Use Most Often
Opinions About Duration of Symptom Relief From Artificial Tears/Lubricant Eye Drops
Details of Artificial Tears/Lubricant Eye Drop Usage
OTC Eye Ointment/Gel Brand Awareness
Brands of OTC Ointment/Gel Currently Use Most Often and Satisfaction
OTC Lid Wipes/Foam Brand Usage and Satisfaction
Types of Dietary Supplements Used for Dry Eye
Dietary Supplement Brands Used For Dry Eye and Satisfaction
8. FOCUS ON: PRESCRIPTION DRY EYE TREATMENTS
Brands of Prescription Dry Eye Medication Aware of
Brands of Prescription Dry Eye Medication Ever Tried
Details of Dry Eye Rx Medication Usage
Opinions About Duration of Symptom Relief From Rx Medication
9. DRY EYE AND COVID-19
Impact of COVID-19 on Dry Eye Purchase Habits
Change in Dry Eye Symptoms Since COVID-19
MARKET SEGMENTATION
TECHNICAL APPENDIX
Composition of the Sample
Sampling Tolerances
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