Most of us know the discomfort of tired, dry eyes after a long day looking at a computer screen or battling seasonal allergies. But for many, this is more than a passing issue—it’s a chronic condition that can make even daily activities a struggle. Your optometrist can help you find relief from dry eye symptoms, […]
Dry eyes can be a real nuisance and, if left untreated, can lead to more serious issues. When your eyes don’t produce enough tears or when your tears evaporate too quickly, dry eye disease can cause eye strain, redness, blurred vision, and, in some cases, headaches. The relationship between dry eyes and headaches is complicated, […]
Dry eyes are a common condition affecting nearly 4 million Americans. Dry eye symptoms include a burning, gritty sensation in the eyes, redness, blurry vision, and increased sensitivity to light. These symptoms can be uncomfortable and debilitating, making it challenging to do daily tasks, especially those requiring prolonged visual focus, like reading, computer work, or […]
Dry eye is a common condition that affects up to 50 million Americans. This condition can lead to other issues with your eyes such as styes. Dry eyes can lead to styes in some individuals, as dryness can lead to eyelid irritation and increase the risk of infections, which can result in having styes. Having […]
Dry eye is a common condition that affects millions of Americans every year. The lack of moisture from insufficient or quality tears can cause burning, itching, or scratchiness in the eyes. Anyone can get dry eye, but you are more at risk if you are 50 and over. Vitreous detachment, another eye problem, also shares […]
There are plenty of things that can cause dry eyes. Dry, winter weather, allergies, or meibomian gland dysfunction are all common things that come to mind. A minor amount of dry eye therapy is often enough to relieve the symptoms. But with the rise of digital screen use, people are beginning to wonder if blue […]
Eyelid Health & Evaporative Dry Eye Dry eye is more than an uncomfortable sensation. Chronic dry eye is a disease that can get in the way of everyday tasks, from clear vision to wearing contact lenses. Untreated, dry eye can also impact vision and eye health. While multiple treatments and medications are available for dry […]
Can People With Dry Eyes Wear Contacts? Wearing contact lenses with dry eye disease can be complex. Because contact lenses sit on the eye surface and involve more interaction with the eye, there is more likelihood of irritation due to dirt and dust entering the eye, which can worsen dry eye. By working closely with […]
Dry eye disease may seem insignificant, but it can be an irritating and uncomfortable eye condition. You may not notice problems at first, but this condition can lead to several annoying symptoms. With treatment, you can find relief from dry eyes. Many eye doctors prescribe eye drops for dry eyes, but what are the best […]
Winter is just around the corner! And while the cold, snowy months bring us many reasons to come together and enjoy each other’s company, they’re also notorious for those unique worries that seem to almost melt away during the spring and summer. No, we’re not just talking about shovelling the driveway and dead car batteries […]
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