Your cornea is a thin transparent sheet of tissue that covers the outside of your eye. It focuses light entering your eye onto your retina. It also protects your iris, pupil, and lens, which all sit beneath it. Your cornea is a vital component of your eye. It covers the sensitive tissue beneath it, and […]
Do you notice that your eyelids tend to get inflamed or have a flaky discharge? If they do, you may have blepharitis, but you need a doctor’s diagnosis to be sure. Blepharitis may be unsightly and uncomfortable, but it is not a dangerous condition. That said, you may want to get it treated if you […]
Do you feel like your eyes are always dry? Are they dry and irritated year-round when most people only have dry eyes during allergy season? You may have dry eye syndrome. Dry eye syndrome is a condition that affects millions of people every year, many of whom don’t know they have it. Having dry eyes […]
Does your child play sports? Are you worried that they will get hurt while they play? Playing sports teaches players all sorts of characteristics like how to be a team player, developing a strong work ethic, agility, and more. But while playing a sport there is always the risk of getting hurt or catching a […]
Are you trying to figure out what the different types of eye doctors do and who you need to see? Are you overwhelmed by what’s available? Trying to understand if you need to see an ophthalmologist, optometrist, or optician can be a lot. All you want is an eye exam. Now you’re also trying to […]
Do your eyes feel like they have something in them? Are your eyes red and irritated most of the time? These could be signs that you could be developing dry eyes. Having dry eyes is a fairly common diagnosis. Millions of Americans have them. For people with dry eyes, it can be annoying and uncomfortable […]
Are your eyes red and swollen? Do you have a gritty or burning sensation in your eyes? These are signs that you could have blepharitis. There are many signs and symptoms tied to this condition. Keep reading to learn more about blepharitis! What is Blepharitis? When your eyelids are inflamed, you could have blepharitis. This […]
Have you been debating getting contact lenses for a few months? Are you worried that they might be painful? Making decisions about anything related to your eyes is a big deal. Many people get nervous about even the idea of putting something in their eyes. They are very sensitive and need to be healthy to […]
Do you look at screens a lot during the day? Do you wear contact lenses? These are some of the many things that can cause dry eyes to develop. Keep reading to learn more about dry eyes and why your eyes are so dry and itchy! What causes dry eyes? At its core, the reason […]
Do you notice that your eyes feel dry and gritty all the time? Do you have dry eyes and find that they get irritated when you do certain activities? If you are experiencing dry eyes, there are many things that can make them worse. Some of these things are environmental or activities you may take […]
