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Dry Eye After Menopause. By Marilyn Haddrill and Gary Heiting, OD. Dry eye syndrome is common among older Americans, and symptoms can range from mild and infrequent to constant and severe. And if you are a woman over age 50, your risk of dry eye problems is significantly higher than that of men your age.
A number of medications can help with symptoms during the years around menopause. 1  Low-dose oral contraceptives (birth control pills) are an option if you are in perimenopause (the years leading up to your final period). 2  Low-dose contraceptives may stop or reduce hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and moodiness.ou should be able to share honestly and get clear answers to your questions. How to talk to your doctor or nurse (PDF, 193 KB) can help. You might also want to print out our Menopause symptom tracker (PDF, 166 KB) for recording symptoms that you can discuss at your next appointment.