Optometrists prescribe people with either eyeglasses or contact lenses if they need vision correction. Many people do not replace their eyewear as long as they can still see clearly on them. Over time, your vision changes, and you’ll only know it after seeing your eye doctor.
What Are Styes? Symptoms, Causes, Treatment
Styes are the result of a bacterial infection. They are painful red bumps that typically appear in or on your eyelid. They are small bumps, but styes cause significant amounts of discomfort and pain. With a little home treatment, most styes last only several days. However, if you notice that your stye isn’t going away, […]
Caring for Your Eyes at Work
Working in an office can put a strain on your eyes. Harsh fluorescent lighting, not enough natural light, dark work areas, blue light from computer screens and touchscreen devices, and many other things combine to produce eyestrain. This situation is so common that more people are in need of eyeglasses for vision correction, as well as protection […]
Find Out What Happens in a Pro Contact Lens Fitting
Contact lenses are often better to use depending on the situation. You might prefer using them on weekends, on certain occasions, or if you just want an alternative to wearing eyeglasses. If you’re interested in getting contacts, then you might be wondering what you need to expect when you make the appointment. While a typical contact […]
Here’s How Constantly Using Eye Drops Can Be Risky
Eye drops are a short-term solution to treat eye issues such as dryness and irritation. They’re easily available, but if you keep using it frequently, it may cause more problems in the long run. When the effects of the eye drops subside after you’ve stopped using them, you may feel the original symptoms again, sometimes […]
What Are the Possible Causes of Contact Lens Discomfort?
As long as you follow proper wear and care instructions, wearing contact lenses should be as comfortable as using eyeglasses. You must also replace your contacts as recommended by your eye specialist. Failure to follow these directions can cause problems with your vision and eyes.
Common Eye Problems In Winter and Tips to Avoid Them
Cold winter air doesn’t hold much moisture, which can dehydrate your skin and eyes. Your eyes’ surface is made up of 99 percent water and exposure cold, dry air dries up its moisture content. Another thing you should be concerned about this season is ultraviolet radiation. Even when the sun is hiding behind the clouds, […]
Should You Switch Your Device to Dark Mode?
Digital eye strain is commonly addressed by making changes in computer viewing and wearing eyeglasses with special lenses or coatings. To help individuals who experience sensitivity and fatigue from bright white screens, developers have made dark mode available on their platforms.
Dry Eye Disease or Seasonal Eye Allergies: Which is It?
Dry eye and seasonal eye allergies are two eye conditions that affect a lot of people. But even though these are common, it can still be difficult to distinguish between the two.
The Importance of Keeping Your Eyes Safe on the Job
When working a job in construction, it’s important to keep your eyes safe. Eyeglasses won’t cut it; you’ll need protective eyewear. So, how important is eye safety when working industrial and construction jobs?