Cataracts are a prevalent condition, especially once you reach a certain age. Getting cataracts may make you feel old, but just being above 40 puts you at risk for developing them. You may not even know you have cataracts at first. At any age, cataracts can become debilitating, making it hard to go about your [...]
The winter months can be a stressful time between the chaos of the holidays and the cold weather. Something that can make the winter extra stressful is having dry eyes. These are both annoying and uncomfortable. When your eyes aren’t receiving adequate moisture, it can cause them to feel gritty, irritated, and even like they’re [...]
LASIK is one of the most popular refractive procedures available today, helping millions achieve clear vision and reduce dependence on glasses and contact lenses. There’s a good chance you may know someone who’s already had LASIK! If you are considering LASIK but feel held back, you might be wondering whether LASIK would be a safe [...]
Diabetes is a common condition, especially in people that are older. Type 2 diabetes is a danger many adults are wary of. It’s important to see a regular doctor and get bloodwork done to diagnose diabetes or other conditions as you get older. But one side effect of diabetes you may not be aware of [...]
Cataracts are one of the most common age-related eye conditions. One gets cataracts when the protein in the natural lens in the eye starts to show age-related degeneration and becomes cloudy. Cataract surgery, the only way to effectively treat cataracts, is the most commonly performed medical procedure in the country and it is also one [...]
Glaucoma is one of the more common eye conditions people can have, especially as they get older. The disease is usually caused by a build-up of pressure in the eye. The high intraocular pressure causes damage to the optic nerve, slowly narrowing your vision over time. It’s important to be aware of glaucoma. You should [...]
September is Healthy Aging Month. There are several ways that you can improve your own health, regardless of your age. Graceful aging is much easier when you have good health habits throughout your life. Your eye health can also be harmed by bad habits. This can put you at higher risk for conditions like glaucoma [...]
Like any part of your body, your eyes are sometimes subject to injury. Even a minor injury can result in a corneal abrasion, which occurs when the surface of the eye becomes scratched. A corneal abrasion is often superficial. It can sometimes cause infection or inflammation under the surface of the eye, which can be [...]
Summer is a great time to spend your days outdoors getting some sun. But for some people, the warm, sunny weather can cause dry eye syndrome. Dry eye is an uncomfortable condition caused by inadequate tear production. It can leave your eyes feeling inflamed, sore, and gritty. Some people are more predisposed to dry eye [...]
The summer months are the perfect time to enjoy beautiful weather and the many outdoor activities that come with it. It’s also a great time to get LASIK! LASIK can give you your first summer ever without having to worry about contacts or glasses. If you’ve been considering LASIK for a while, summer is the [...]
