Prevalence of Mask-Associated Dry Eye (Made) Among the General Population of Al-Baha Area, Saudi Arabia

Background: During the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, utilization of face masks was made mandatory as a protective tool. However, prolonged use increases risk dry eye, which affects people's visual-based activities. The Al-Baha area is high-altitude located in west Kingdom Saudi Arabia Hejaz region. As result, residents this region are more likely to suffer from eyes because extreme environmental conditions. Subsequently, aim study determine prevalence mask-associated eye (MADE) and its associated factors among general population area, Arabia.