Is Dry Eye Painful?
Dry eye occurs when the quantity and/or quality of tears fails to keep the surface of the eye adequately lubricated. This condition is common, affecting…
How Long is it Safe to Wear Contact Lenses?
How long do you wear your contact lenses before taking them out? One day? Two days? A week or more? You may be wondering how…
Dry Eye Treatment
Dry eye is a condition in which a person doesn’t have enough quality tears to lubricate and nourish the eye. Tears are necessary for maintaining…
What is a Cataract?
A cataract is the clouding of the eye’s natural lens. As this normally clear lens gets cloudy, it decreases your ability to see well. A…
The Effects of High Blood Pressure on Your Eyes
High blood pressure can be very harmful to the body, causing heart and kidney problems among other issues. If untreated, high blood pressure can also…
How to Detect Eyesight Problems Early On
Eyesight problem is a broad term used to describe any imperfection in the ability to see. It can refer to a variety of vision issues.
Floaters and Flashes
Have you ever spotted a small speck, dot or squiggle floating in the air, only to have it flit away when you tried to look…
Itchy Eyes
Itchy eyes can be annoying and frustrating. Whether it’s due to allergies, an illness or something else, it can be bothersome to say the least.
Understanding How Your Eyes Work
Your eye works in a similar way as a camera. When you look at an object, light reflected from the object enters the eyes through…
How to Detect a Torn or Detached Retina
A retinal detachment occurs when the retina (a nerve layer that lines the back wall of the eye) separates from the back of the eye.
