Eye irritation is a common eye complaint with typical accompanying symptoms such as redness, itching, or dry eyes. Depending on the cause, you can also experience other symptoms. For example, if you have a foreign body in the eye causing irritation, this can constitute an eye emergency. Common irritants usually cause temporary discomfort. However, if […]
The increase in screen time can cause many problems, including myopia or nearsightedness. […]
Nearsightedness is when you can see objects that are closer to your face better than those that are far away. Farsightedness is the opposite. You can see far-away objects better than close-up ones. […]
Dry eye disease is a common condition that can make your eyes feel scratchy, irritated, and uncomfortable. While dry eye disease can be treated with dry eye therapy, the symptoms can sometimes make wearing contacts difficult. In some cases, wearing contact lenses may even make your symptoms worse. So what can you do if you […]
Myopia or nearsightedness is a common vision condition and can be diagnosed by your optometrist during an eye exam. Most people are familiar with traditional methods of fixing nearsightedness, such as glasses or contact lenses. Standard prescription lenses help patients experience improved vision but don’t treat the condition. Myopia control uses methods to prevent myopia […]
What Causes Red Eyes? Seeing red can be alarming, especially when bloodshot or pinkish eyes are recurring. Eye redness can be a symptom of multiple conditions. Some common causes include: Allergies Broken blood vessels Contact lens wear Dry eyes Eye infections Eye inflammation Eye damage or injury Photokeratitis (eye sunburn) Using alcohol or cannabis Eye […]
Blurred vision can occur for many different reasons and it can be really uncomfortable. Blurred vision can also be a sign of a natural refractive error, eye strain from staring at a screen, or a migraine. If your vision is normally clear and has just suddenly become blurred, you should seek immediate medical attention. Is […]
No matter what stage of life you’re in—maintaining a consistent schedule with your optometrist is always important. Whether you’re just getting a routine eye exam or getting fitted for contact lenses, taking care of your eyes is essential. Maintaining consistency with your optometrist is also essential to treat eye conditions like myopia. But, what is […]
If you’re suffering from dry eyes, there are many possible causes for your discomfort. A common cause of dry eye disease is clogged or blocked meibomian glands. If these glands have issues, is there a way to unclog them, whether at home or with your optometrist? Continue reading to learn more about your meibomian glands, […]
Eye doctors have been correcting vision since the early 1200s! Using blown glass and animal horns has evolved into eyeglasses and contact lenses. Nearsightedness is one of the most common vision conditions and can often be corrected with the right treatment. If you can see things that are close quite clearly, but far away things […]
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