Macular degeneration, a leading cause of vision loss, progresses at different rates depending on the type and individual factors. While some forms advance slowly over decades, others may progress rapidly within months. Early detection and intervention are key to managing the condition and preserving vision. Understanding how macular degeneration works and what you can do […]
Caring for our ocular health goes beyond visiting our optometrist for routine comprehensive eye exams. It also includes paying attention to any unnecessary irritation and discomfort that we may experience. Persistent discomfort, dryness, and irritation are common symptoms of dry eyes. The key to long-term relief from these symptoms is targeting their underlying cause. In […]
Diabetes can have many effects on your vision. One common eye condition caused by diabetes is diabetic retinopathy. Diabetic retinopathy is an eye disease caused by high blood sugar, which leads to blockages in the blood vessels in the eyes. If left untreated, diabetic retinopathy can cause some serious side effects, including vision loss. Luckily, […]
What Are Seasonal Allergies? Seasonal allergies develop when your immune system feels like it is sensitive to debris or pollen in the air. Though you may be allergic to something in the air, it doesn’t mean other people are! Often times the reactions to seasonal allergies vary between individuals. Most people don’t realize that new […]
The causes of blurry vision can be multifaceted and complex. They may range from simple factors such as eye strain or refractive errors to serious eye conditions and health conditions like macular degeneration, retinal detachment, diabetes, or high blood pressure. In some cases, the onset of blurred vision can be sudden and alarming, potentially indicating […]
Distinguishing Vision Problems When your optometrist determines your prescription for eyeglasses or contact lenses at a routine eye exam, many variables can affect your sight. Anything from dry eye to a poor night’s sleep can make your vision blurry or uncomfortable. But significant vision changes are commonly related to refractive errors. While there are 4 […]
Optometrists go through significant training to become experts on eyes and eye-related issues. They are trained and qualified to diagnose many eye conditions or diseases, glaucoma included. In addition to diagnosing, they can also treat many of these same diseases. If they can’t perform the treatment, they can refer their patients to other doctors with […]
Nearsightedness, or “myopia,” affects nearly 40% of the US population. It is one of the most common eye conditions in the world. Like other refractive errors, myopia causes objects at a certain distance to become blurry. Controlling the effects of myopia is crucial in ensuring that your vision remains clear. If you are experiencing myopia, […]
Corneal reshaping is a highly-effective method of myopia control. Through a pair of specialty contact lenses, we can significantly reduce the rate at which your child’s myopia progresses. Parents usually have questions about corneal reshaping, and that’s only natural. As a parent, it’s your job to get all the information you can before making a […]
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common vision issue for today’s kids. In fact, the World Health Organization has recorded a large spike in myopia over the recent years. This condition worsens as children get older because the refractive error grows larger as the child grows larger. As a result, children often need a very strong […]
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