are contact lenses safe for children
If your child requests to sit in the front row, he/ she may be needing eyeglasses for better vision. There are instances where your child hesitates in wearing their glasses on because they are embarrassed to wear them. It will be a major problem if your child fears going to...
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herpes keratitis

Herpes Keratitis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

The herpes simplex virus (HSV) causes herpes keratitis, a viral infection of the eye. The virus is divided into two types: Type 1: is the most common, infecting the face...
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Can Arthritis Affect Your Eyes?

Can Arthritis Affect Your Eyes?

Arthritis is commonly understood as inflammation of the joints. However, what most people do not know is that it can also cause problems in other unexpected areas such as the...
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Can I Wear One Contact Lens Only?

There may be instances where you cannot find your contacts in the morning. It can be hard to find your contacts if you do not keep them in the same...
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tests and training for sports vision

Tests and Training for Sports Vision

As an athlete, it is important to have excellent visual acuity because it affects the way you perform. There are different sports vision tests and training that helps athletes to...
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REFRACTIVE SURGERY

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LASIK: Refractive Eye Surgery

Here You Can Find: About The LASIK Procedure Know If It Is For You LASIK Surgery Day After The Procedure Risks and Complications   About The LASIK Procedure INSIDER. “How...
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possible complications in cataract surgery

What Are the Possible Complications in Cataract Surgery?

In surgeries, there can be possible complications. The complications when it comes to cataract surgery are few because it is the most common and most successful procedure that is being...
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Could Eye Drops Treat Cataracts Without Surgery?

Could Eye Drops Treat Cataracts Without Surgery?

Scientists have discovered a compound that can reverse cataracts. The good news is, it can be soluble enough to be in a form of eye drops. Cataracts can bring permanent...
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EYE CONDITIONS

what is ocular sarcoidosis

What is Ocular Sarcoidosis?

Sarcoidosis is a chronic inflammatory condition that results in the formation of granulomas, which are small clumps of cells. Granulomas grow in the body’s tissues and organs. Granulomas can exacerbate...
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rare eye diseases

Causes of Rare Eye Diseases and Treatment

Most people are familiar with common eye problems such as pink eye, cataracts, and glaucoma. Rare eye diseases can be seen only in fiction but not many people know that...
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Stye

Stye (Hordeolum)

A stye is a painful bump around the edge of the eyelid that closely resembles a boil or a pimple. This is a localized infection or inflammation of the edges...
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CONTACT LENSES

phakic intraocular lenses for nearsightedness

Phakic Intraocular Lenses for Nearsightedness

Implanting an intraocular lens is another option for people who are unable to undergo LASIK or other laser vision correction surgery to treat their nearsightedness. The Phakic intraocular lens (IOL)...
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Choosing the Best Type of Colored Contact Lenses

Choosing the Best Type of Colored Contact Lenses

Not all people have the eye color that they want. With this option, you can change your eye color with the use of colored contact lenses. It can enhance your...
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blurry vision

Why Do I Have Blurry Vision With Contact Lenses On?

People who have refractive errors use contact lenses to correct their vision and be able to see clearly. Ideally, a new contact lens should provide clear and comfortable vision always....
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GLASSES

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Does Wearing Glasses Make Eyes Look Smaller?

If you heard from your eye doctor that you will be needing glasses because of refractive error, do not worry. Corrective eyewear will help to clear your vision and give...
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can sunglasses prevent wrinkles

Can Sunglasses Prevent Wrinkles and Other Signs of Aging?

The sun gives you life and gives you energy, but it also ages you a little every day. You can decrease the aging process by taking preventative actions like applying...
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is it bad to always have your sunglasses on

Is It Bad to Always Have Your Sunglasses On?

Is it dangerous to always use sunglasses? Yes, in a nutshell. If you wear sunglasses in dim indoor surroundings on a regular basis, anything from your sleep schedule to your...
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SCIENCE

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Eye Doctor Finds Four Sweat Bees Feeding Inside a Woman’s Eye

A 29-year-old woman first complained of eye pain after a day of cutting weeds out of her family’s grave. She felt as if there was something in her eye. She...
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Visual Test | Why Is This Image an Optical Illusion?

Optical illusions are fascinating, and we cannot always define their origin and what mechanisms generate them. For example, what’s strange about this image? This one is particularly striking among the...
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woman holding chocolate bar

How Can Dark Chocolate Help Improve Vision?

Valentine’s Day is not complete without some chocolates. Some studies showed that the antioxidants called flavanols can be found in dark chocolate which is good for the heart, brain, and...
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DIGITAL EYE STRAIN

Screen Time Disrupts Sleep

Screen Time Disrupts Sleep by Messing Up With Body Clock

A new experiment has revealed how light-sensitive cells in our eyes can mess up our internal clock when exposed to light. The blue light from our devices could affect our...
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does night mode in digital devices really help protect the eyes

Does Night Mode in Digital Devices Really Help Protect the Eyes?

People spend most of their time using digital devices. People who stare at their phones right before bed may experience trouble falling asleep. Blue light comes from the sun or...
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Computer Glasses

Computer Glasses: Computer Eye Strain Relief

It is common to experience eye strain after long hours of work in front of a computer. Eye strain is only one of many symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)...
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