Eye allergies are caused by the same airborne irritants that cause a runny nose and sneezing. If your eyes are red, itchy or watery, you have may have an eye allergy. This condition is quite common among people who suffer from seasonal allergies. Eye allergies may also lead to conjunctivitis or other eye infections. Eye…
Contact lenses have to be worn with care; otherwise you may cause serious damage to your eyes. Here are some contact lens do’s and don’ts. DO’s Follow the instructions of your eye doctor. If you have any doubts, don’t hesitate to ask. If you experience pain, swelling, redness or irritation after wearing contacts, call your…
The term cosmetic eye surgery is used to refer to any surgical procedure that will improve the overall appearance of the eyes. This surgery is not usually performed on the eyes. In almost all cases, it is done on the eyelids or the surrounding tissues. Cosmetic eyelid surgery (a.k.a blepharoplasty) is the 3rd most popular…
Though it may sound scary, pink eye (conjunctivitis) is a common eye problem that can be treated easily. And if a few precautions are taken, it can be avoided. While just about anybody can develop pink eye, children and their caregivers are particularly at risk. Here are a few things you should know about pink…
Can you improve your vision by exercising your eyes? There is no evidence to prove this. Still, many people practice natural vision correction. As we age, our eyesight gets worse because our ability to focus declines. This is unavoidable to a certain extent. Is there a way to improve vision naturally? Vitamin E and its…
Can vitamins and minerals reduce our risk of developing conditions like cataracts and age-related macular-degeneration (AMD)? Medical opinion on this topic is divided. There has always been a great deal of interest in the role of nutrition and its effect on our vision. While some studies have shown that a balanced diet improves eye health,…
It is not easy to decide when your child needs an eye exam. Most eye care experts believe that eye exams should be conducted during regular checkups. In most cases children simply need an evaluation by their pediatrician. But if the child has a family history of eye problems, s/he should be examined by an…
Computer eye strain is a major work-related problem but that is not surprising. Most of us work at computers for long hours. Studies have shown that 50 – 90 percent people who use computers suffer from eye strain. Eye strain can cause several symptoms including eye twitching, headaches, dizziness, reduced productivity and physical fatigue. Here…
LASIK surgery may eliminate the need to wear eyeglasses, but for at least some people it is too risky. Are you a good candidate for LASIK surgery? If you are tired of wearing contacts or eyeglasses, you will probably want to consider LASIK surgery. After all, this surgical procedure has been hugely successful and most…
Contact lenses are worn directly on the cornea. Just like eye glasses, they can correct refractive errors and improve your vision. When used with proper care and supervision, they make good alternatives to eyeglasses. Contact lenses can correct the following conditions. Myopia (nearsightedness) Astigmatism (distorted vision) Hyperopia (farsightedness) Presbyopia While you can find many different…
