Having an eye exam may not be your favorite thing to do, and for many, the least favorite part of the eye exam is when the doctor dilates your eyes. It may seem like an annoying inconvenience, and you may be wondering if it’s really necessary. Why does your eye doctor dilate your eyes, and should …
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 …
When you come in to the eye doctor for your annual eye exam or because you are having an issue with your eyes, there is little time for small talk. And there certainly isn’t enough time for your eye doctor to run through all of the things he or she wishes every patient would know. Read on …
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with diabetes, you are no doubt starting to realize how the disease can affect all aspects of your health. This, of course, includes the eyes. Here is some information you need to know about how diabetes can affect your vision and your eye health. 4 ways diabetes can affect your eyes …
You’ve probably noticed them more than a few times – those little squiggly lines that appear briefly in your line of sight, floating across and around your eye. They are commonly known as “floaters,” and most everyone gets them at some time or another. But have you ever wondered if floaters are something you should …
No matter how well you think you are seeing or how much you doubt your vision has changed, regular eye exams are an important part of having healthy eyes and for your overall health. However, sometimes a problem comes up and you might wonder if it can wait until your regular exam or if you …
Optic neuropathy is a condition that can develop when something goes wrong with the optic nerve. The optic nerve is at the core of obtaining visual information. The optic nerve supplies information from the retina on the back of the eye to the brain. This nerve may become damaged, impacting one’s ability to see. The …
Even if you can see great, you should never skip out on your eye exam. Eye exams aren’t just for people with poor vision; they are a preventive measure as well. Your eye doctor is specifically trained to recognize the symptoms of potential eye diseases and problems. Here is an overview of what you can …
Styes and chalazia are common conditions that form bumps on the outside or inside of the eyelid. Styes are characterized by a tender red lump, which is typically on the edge of the eyelid. If the stye develops on the inside of the lid, it is called a hordeolum. A chalazion is a lump in …
We know that the blood that courses through our veins carries some nutrients to the various cells and systems that keep us functioning at optimal levels. And yet, it’s such a common idea that it’s easy to forget. Here, we want to discuss the connection between blood – specifically, blood sugar – and eye health. …
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