Exposing contact lenses to water can introduce various risks to your eye health, so it’s best to avoid swimming with contact lenses whenever possible. […]
What Causes High Eye Pressure & How to Reduce It
Fluid buildup, eye trauma, medications, and other eye conditions are all potential causes of an increase in eye pressure. Typically, one of the keys to reducing it is treating the root cause. […]
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What Can Cause Red Eyes in a Child?
Some common contributing factors to red eyes in children include:
Viral conjunctivitis
Bacterial conjunctivitis
Corneal abrasion or foreign body
Blepharitis
Allergic eye disease […]
Pink Eye vs. Stye: How to Tell the Difference?
Pink eye and styes are 2 common eye conditions that can cause redness and irritation. A couple of differentiating characteristics are the presence of a bump that could indicate a stye and more localized redness or swelling. […]
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What Are the Early Warning Signs of Macular Degeneration?
Common early warning signs of macular degeneration include:
Blurry central vision or distorted lines
Difficulty recognizing familiar faces or reading
Empty or blind spots in the central vision […]
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10 Common Causes of Blurry Vision
Blurry vision can be caused by all sorts of factors, from digital eye strain to eye conditions such as myopia. Although people experiencing blurry vision may struggle to see clearly or manage their usual tasks, most cases are due to refractive error. 10 common causes of blurry vision include: If you are concerned about blurry […]
Is Rubbing Your Eyes Bad?
Rubbing your eyes can be bad for you because it can increase your risk of infection, damage delicate tissue, and worsen dry eyes and allergies. […]
What Is Myopia Control?
Severe myopia can increase a child’s risk of sight-threatening conditions developing later in life. For this reason, myopic control methods, such as specialized lenses and contacts, aim to slow myopia progression. […]
Astigmatism vs. Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?
The difference between astigmatism, myopia, and hyperopia is the physical shape of your eye and how that shape changes where your vision becomes blurry. […]
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Top 7 Tips to Improve Eyesight Naturally
It’s common for patients to experience little struggles with their vision when they’re younger, but age brings many changes to your vision and eye health. There is an increased risk of eye disease, but caring for your sight can help you enjoy comfortable, clear vision. Whether you have glasses or not, many patients want to […]