Everyone needs to get regular eye exams. How often you need one depends on your age and whether you have any symptoms or vision problems. A complete eye exam, also called a comprehensive eye exam, can help prevent vision loss. They are vital to diagnosing underlying eye conditions you may have. Keep reading to learn […]
Are you suffering from uncontrollable itchiness and redness in your eyes? If they’re watering a lot and allergies aren’t the cause of the irritation, you could have pink eye. Keep reading to learn about this common eye condition and what you can do if you think you have it. Pink Eye is Conjunctivitis Pink eye […]
Have you ever sustained an eye injury while on the job? Maybe you’ve gotten headaches from staring at your computer screen for too many hours at a time? Whether you’re working from the office, your home, or anywhere else, you need to be aware of proper procedures to keep your eyes healthy and safe. Keep […]
Are you experiencing pain or discomfort in or around your eyes? Wondering if it’s a serious problem? Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to this question. There is a long list of reasons for eye pain or discomfort. Non-serious eye conditions can cause serious pain and discomfort. Permanent vision-threatening eye diseases and conditions can cause […]
Our vision is a dynamic part of our lives, meaning it can change over time. These changes can happen quickly or gradually. They can be due to various factors like injury, surgery, or hormonal changes. If you wear glasses to help with poor eyesight, you are not immune to these changes. You can expect your […]
Macular degeneration is a progressive eye disease. This means that it only gets worse over time. It is also the leading cause of vision loss in people over 60. It occurs when the central part of your retina (the light-sensitive tissue on the rear interior wall of your eyes) begins to deteriorate. This causes holes […]
Have you ever noticed strange alien-like specks in your vision that you can never quite seem to focus on? “Floaters” is what they are quite aptly named, and they are more common than you might think. Keep reading to find out if they are something that you should worry about or not! What are Floaters […]
Shelton, ConnecticutGlaucoma is a condition that causes permanent vision loss. When you have glaucoma, it usually means that your intraocular pressure (the pressure inside of your eye) is very high. This increase in pressure causes damage to the optic nerve, which causes irreparable vision loss. There is no cure for glaucoma, however it can be […]
You’ve heard people say that you need to get routine eye care, but what exactly does that mean? Many people skip out of their eye health obligations because they do not have enough time, but some skip because they do not know what will happen during an exam. Avoid this eye exam-related anxiety and read […]
Routine eye care is an important part of maintaining healthy eyes. However, many people are confused about what it involves. Because confusion can lead to fear, it is important that you have a full understanding of what to expect when you get routine eye care from a local eye doctor. That way, you can proceed […]
