What to expect during an eye examination
We are constantly bombarded with magazine articles advising us on caring for our health, skin, hair, and even our feet, but our eyes receive very little attention. That’s unfortunate, given how much we rely on our vision in our daily lives. Consider how hard your eyes work from the moment you wake up until you […]
5 Major Types of Glaucoma and Prevention Tips for a Healthy Vision
You might have come across glaucoma and wondered what some of its categories are. Glaucoma exists in various types. These include Congenital glaucoma Normal-tension glaucoma Angle-closure glaucoma Open-angle glaucoma Even though glaucoma bears acute, long-term effects such as blindness, the silver lining in all this is that you can prevent it by applying tips given […]
Cataract Eye Surgery: Procedure, Benefits and Risks
Did you know that cataracts cause more vision problems globally than any other eye condition or disease? According to the National Eye Institute, more than half of the population in the United States have reported having cataracts or undergone cataract surgery by the time they get to 70 years of age. A cataract can be […]
LASIK Eye Surgery for Astigmatism: Everything You Need to Know About LASIK and Astigmatism
What is astigmatism? Astigmatism is a common eye condition that affects the cornea and lens. According to eye specialists at Anaheim Eye, these organs come together to form a perfectly round shape in healthy individuals, but with astigmatism, the eyeball is not completely round. Astigmatics have a football-shaped eyeball where the eye lenses on the […]
Dry Eyes Syndrome
Dry eyes can cause a lack of moisture on the surface of the eyes. It can lead to a chronic lack of lubrication as well. A consistent layer of tears on your eyes keeps them healthy. It enables you to see clearly without any issues of dryness or itching. There are three important components of […]
Pink Eye: Causes, Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment
Pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis, is the inflammation or infection of the thin layer of tissue called the conjunctiva that is found on the inside of the eyelids covering the white part of the eye. The conjunctiva contains small blood vessels. When inflamed, these vessels become more visible; thus, the white part of your […]
Cataract Eye Surgery: Procedure, Benefits, Risks, and Recovery
Did you know that cataracts cause more vision problems globally than any other eye condition or disease? According to the National Eye Institute, more than half of the population in the United States have reported having cataracts or undergone cataract surgery by the time they get to 60 years of age. A cataract can be […]
The Pros and Cons of Refractive Lens Exchange
1. Stop Wearing Eye Contacts a Week Before The Surgery Like other types of eye surgery, refractive lens exchange (RLE) has its benefits and drawbacks. Before you make up your mind on whether or not to undergo the procedure, it is good to understand what the procedure involves and determine whether it is the right […]
How To Prepare for LASIK Surgery: 8 Things To Do Before Undergoing LASIK Surgery
How To Prepare for LASIK Surgery: 8 Things To Do Before Undergoing LASIK Surgery The toughest step of having LASIK surgery is identifying the right clinic with the best state-of-the-art technology and the best surgeon. This is the most important factor that determines the quality of the surgery you are about to undergo. It also […]