Blepharitis is not contagious. However, a flare-up can be annoying and cause discomfort. Fortunately, there are several ways to manage and prevent blepharitis flare-ups. […]
Is Blepharitis Contagious?
Can Astigmatism Be Cured?
Living with blurred vision can feel like viewing the world through a constantly out-of-focus camera. For those grappling with astigmatism, this isn’t just a metaphor—it’s a daily reality. Though it can be corrected with glasses and even some modern contact lenses, you may wonder if it can be cured. Astigmatism is typically caused by an […]
Why Do I Keep Waking Up With Dry Eyes?
Your dry eye may be caused by several factors, including your environment or allergies to underlying health conditions or medications. […]
What Are Some of the First Signs of Glaucoma?
Glaucoma often has no noticeable symptoms during its early stages, but the first signs of glaucoma as it progresses can include peripheral vision loss, blurry vision, and eye pain. […]
Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?
(nearsightedness) is an eye condition that causes blurry vision at a distance, while hyperopia (farsightedness) is an eye condition that causes blurry vision up close. […]
Can Blue Light Glasses Help With Headaches?
Many people experience digital eye strain and headaches due to prolonged screen use. However, there is no evidence that blue light glasses can help. […]
What Is High Myopia?
Have you ever had trouble seeing distant objects clearly, even with glasses or contacts? If so, you may have high myopia. Myopia, also known as nearsightedness occurs when the shape of your eye causes light to focus incorrectly on your retina, resulting in blurry vision for distant objects. But what is high myopia? High myopia, […]
How Do Corrective Lenses Help Myopia?
Myopia is the most common cause of distance refractive errors worldwide. Due to the rise in myopia prevalence over the past few decades and the sight-threatening issues associated with extreme myopia, such as cataracts, and glaucoma myopia has become a significant public health concern. This leaves people looking for ways to reduce symptoms. Myopia, also […]
Is Macular Degeneration Hereditary?
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 55. It’s a progressive eye disease that can lead to blindness if not treated. While the cause of macular degeneration is not yet known, some factors increase your risk of developing the disease. One such factor is genetics […]
Why Do My Eyes Hurt When I Look at Screens?
People use computers and digital screens extensively for work, school, and other activities. Your eyes may hurt, itch or burn when looking at screens, but why does this happen? Is it an underlying issue, or are you straining your eyes? Continue reading to learn more about why your eyes hurt when looking at digital screens. […]
