Ocular Herpes
You can get herpes in your eyes! It sounds made up, but ocular or eye, herpes is a condition caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). It is a potentially serious infection that affects about 1.5 million people globally each year. It is also a significant cause of infectious blindness in the USA and Canada. […]
Does Diet Affect Eye Vision And Health?
Most people eat with concern over their weight above everything else. Body health comes to mind first, along with weight, when people choose what to eat. People rarely think about their teeth or even their eyes when planning a diet. “You are what you eat” has never been truer. Studies now confirm that what you […]
The Worst Eye Care Mistakes You’re Making
Have you ever wondered if some of your choices affect your eyes? Well, they could be! Many people unknowingly affect their eyes and vision based on the choices and activities they participate in. You could be making these mistakes right now! Learning about your unhealthy choices will help you make better decisions and protect your […]
Eye Care Tips To Protect Your Vision
Every now and then, you may worry about your vision. Perhaps you forgot to wear your sunglasses today or have been sitting in front of your device for longer than usual. Perhaps you’ve been watching too much TV and the migraine makes you wonder if you now have a vision problem. This is a concern […]
Interesting Facts About Digital Eye Strain
With technology ever-growing, the reliance on screens grows with it. Today, more people stare at more screens in the form of desktops, laptops, tablets, phones, and even smartwatches. Unfortunately, it does not come without consequences. Staring at screens for too long causes strain and headaches. It does not just affect adults; kids are also prone […]
Why Do My Contacts Hurt? 6 Possible Reasons
Anyone who wears contacts wishes that contacts would slip in and out of your eyes effortlessly. However, this is not the case. Many people struggle with putting in and taking out their contact lenses, from teary eyes to pain and irritation. Occasionally, the contacts feel like a scratchy, woolen sweater rubbing against your eyeball. This […]
What is Keratoconus? Causes, Symptoms, Treatments
Keratoconus is an eye condition that causes vision loss by affecting the structure of the cornea. The degenerative eye condition causes the typically spherical cornea to flatten and protrude into a cone-like form. As a result, one’s eyesight is altered. The cornea is the transparent outer layer of your eye that sits in front of […]
A Guide To Common Types Of Eye Infections
Eye infections are not as uncommon as you would think. Many adults and children develop eye infections ranging from mild to severe. Unfortunately, eye infections can affect your social and work life without proper treatment. That is why we decided to compile a list of some of the common eye infections you or a child […]
Types of Astigmatism, Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention Tips
Astigmatism is a condition that affects your cornea and lens. It can cause vision problems if you fail to seek treatment. There are various categories of astigmatism, as you will find out later on this page. You can treat this condition depending on recommendations given by your doctor. The treatments include eyeglasses, contact lenses, and […]