Dry Eye quiz

SPEED Questionnaire


For the Standardized Patient Evaluation of Eye Dryness (SPEED) Questionnaire, please answer the following questions by checking the box that best represents your answer. Select only one answer per question.

Report the SYMPTOMS you experience and when they occur:

Dryness, Grittiness or Scratchiness*

Soreness or Irritation*

Burning or Watering*

Eye Fatigue*

2. Report the FREQUENCY of your symptoms using the rating list below:

  • 0 = Never

  • 1 = Sometimes

  • 2 = Often

  • 3 = Constant

Dryness, Grittiness or Scratchiness*

Soreness or Irritation​​​​​​​*

Burning or Watering*

Eye Fatigue​​​​​​​​​​​​​​*

3. Report the SEVERITY of your symptoms using the rating list below:

  • 0 = No Problems

  • 1 = Tolerable - not perfect, but not uncomfortable

  • 2 = Uncomfortable - irritating, but does not interfere with my day

  • 3 = Bothersome - irritating and interferes with my day

  • 4 = Intolerable - unable to perform my daily tasks

Dryness, Grittiness or Scratchiness*

Burning or Watering*

Soreness or Irritation​​​​​​​*

Eye Fatigue*

Do you use eye drops for lubrication? If yes, how often?

Please list your symptoms and any other additional comments

SPEED Questionnaire Results

Thank you for completing the SPEED Questionnaire!
This assessment is your first step toward finding relief from dry eye.

Your Score:
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