When most people think of eye exams, they usually think about checking glasses or contact lens prescriptions. But a thorough eye exam can uncover much more, like early signs of serious health problems. At Eye Care Institute in Santa Rosa, California, our team of board-certified ophthalmologists and experienced optometrists do everything they can to help […]
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Do you ever suffer from seasonal allergies? Is it especially bad for your eyes? If so, the Eye Care Institute has some strategies to help. Allergens like pollen can trigger redness, inflammation, congestion, and dry eyes, among other symptoms. Most people with spring allergies find that their eye symptoms flare up during this time of year.
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Are your allergies just now ramping up? Or maybe it seems like they are always bothering you? Either way, you are probably on the lookout for something – anything – that will help to reduce your symptoms, and of course that includes something to help those itchy, red, and irritated eyes. Are You Using Eyedrops Correctly?
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When the weather gets hot and the summer sun is sizzling, you probably know that you need to take some extra steps to stay healthy and comfortable, such as drinking lots of water and making sure to slather on the sunscreen when you do decide to go outside. But you should also make sure to protect
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As we get older, we realize our mothers were right – it is important to eat food that is good for us and avoid too much junk food. Nutritious foods keep our minds sharp and our bodies healthy and can even affect our psychological health. And of course, good food helps to keep eyes healthy as well!
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Our eyes are miraculous organs that we often take for granted. Here are a handful of amazing insights into what your eyes can do! Remember, at Eye Care Institute, we hope to provide you with the best eye care solutions around. Meanwhile, enjoy these fascinating facts… An eye test can help determine the presence of
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Macular degeneration can result in severe vision loss in people 60 years and older. The resulting vision loss is irreversible and caused by deterioration of the macula (a central portion of the retina). The retina works as a light sensing mechanism and is made up of nerve tissue. Macular degeneration doesn’t lead to complete blindness
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Millions of U.S. adults wear contact lenses. They can correct astigmatism, presbyopia, farsightedness, and nearsightedness. Contacts are small silicone or plastic circular lenses that are specifically shaped to fix refractive errors or vision problems. The right prescription, fit, and design are vital for safety and comfort. Over the years, contact lenses have improved to become
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Red bumps on the eyelid, eye twitch, and the contagious pinkeye are all common eye problems. Here are some ways to identify what your eye issue is and determine if you should schedule an appointment with your eye doctor. Pinkeye: Pinkeye is also known as acute conjunctivitis. If your eyes have a yellow or white
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Your eyes burn and feel tired, and your head is tense and aching. If you feel like this every day, we’re going to guess that you spend a lot of your time looking at computer and phone screens. And you could be suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome. Yes, it’s a real thing, also called Digital
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