"Most women know that hysterectomy and ovary removal –castration- leads to a variety of issues – from a dry and painful vagina to hot flashes to mood swings. Heart disease and osteoporosis come to mind as well. However, eye health is not something that is commonly linked to hormones. Since hormone loss and imbalance impacts the eyes, every woman is potentially at risk for dry eyes and even loss of vision. Dry eye disease can lead to a decreased quality of life, reduced work capacity, and poorer psychological health. Dry eye disease is also associated with a decreased ability to perform activities that require visual attention such as reading and driving a car." http://www.hormonesmatter.com/hysterectomy-hormones-dry-eyes/