Waking up with dry, irritated eyes is one of the worst ways to start the day. Several dry eye relief options are available, but finding peace from your symptoms is difficult if you don’t know the underlying cause. Understanding the root cause of your dry eye symptoms is the key to finding an effective treatment. […]
If your eyes are red, itchy, and watery, you might be wondering if you have pink eye. Although this is a common symptom of many types of ocular infection, there can be other causes that are often misdiagnosed. We will explore the different conditions that can be determined through an eye exam that may cause […]
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that affect the eye by damaging the optic nerve. These conditions can cause irreversible damage to your vision but often don’t show early warning signs. Regular eye exams and screenings are crucial in detecting glaucoma, especially if you’re at higher risk due to factors such as family history […]
Comprehensive and routine eye exams are essential not only for maintaining optimal vision but also for supporting overall health. The eyes serve as windows into the body’s well-being, offering valuable insights into various health conditions during their early stages. Beyond assessing visual acuity, eye exams can reveal signs of nutrition deficiency, allergies, liver problems, autoimmune […]
If you feel like the skin around your eyes is drier than usual, you aren’t alone—this is much more common than many think. The skin around your eyes is extremely delicate, which can make it more susceptible to drying out, usually due to: Fortunately, dryness around the eyes can be treated by your optometrist. They […]
If you’ve ever used screens, digital devices, and LED lights, you’ve likely experienced some form of digital eye strain. Digital eye strain usually occurs due to the intense focus needed for screen work and the less-than-ideal viewing distance of digital devices that lead to eye fatigue. With this fatigue often comes headaches. How can you […]
Living with allergies can be challenging, especially in managing symptoms that affect your daily life. Allergies that affect your eye health can manifest with itchiness, redness, and irritation. Eye exams aren’t only for vision correction. They can also assess ocular health and help your eye doctor recommend the appropriate treatment for your needs. You don’t […]
Macular degeneration, also called age-related macular degeneration or AMD, is a common eye condition that affects many people. It is the number one cause of blindness in North America. This progressive eye disease affects the macula in the eye and can cause central vision loss, so it’s important to be aware of your risk for […]
Dry eyes can come with a range of uncomfortable daily symptoms, but that doesn’t have to be your reality. Getting treatment is essential for feeling relief and avoiding dry eye complications, but with so many options, how do you know whether intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy is right for you? Making a choice to get […]
Dry eye disease is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. If you’re struggling with dry eye disease, you’re not alone. Thankfully, there are a variety of effective treatments, including at-home and in-office options. Changing your lifestyle and incorporating healthy foods rich in vitamins and nutrients may be effective in reducing or alleviating […]
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