Eye Care

Many people think that since crossbows, nerf darts, and toy guns are toys, it is safe. Even if it is a toy and they shoot out soft darts, it does not mean that they are safe. Eye injuries can occur from these toys which can cause blurred vision and pain....Read more

Eye prescription rapidly changes when you are at age below 21 years old. There are abbreviated terms that are used in your prescriptions such as OD, OS, OU, CYL, and SPH. The following abbreviations come with numerical values with plus and minus signs. OD means oculus dextrus that refers to...Read more

It is crucial to ask your ophthalmologist whether there are any activities you should limit or avoid if you have been diagnosed with an eye problem. If you are hesitant, make sure you understand the doctor’s instructions and ask questions regarding specific activities. Certain eye surgeries make it very dangerous...Read more

Different seasons require different ways to keep your eye healthy. Use this checklist to help keep your healthy eyes and maybe improve your vision throughout the year. Winter Eat healthily. The holidays can be tempting for poor choices of diet. Make sure to eat plenty of leafy greens, colorful fruits,...Read more

Low vision does not mean blindness, it means they have a partial sight that cannot be corrected by surgery, eyeglasses, contact lenses, or medicine. It is caused by age-related eye diseases including glaucoma and macular degeneration. People who have low vision struggles physically and emotionally. It is hard to maintain...Read more

Recent research showed that the risks of developing glaucoma in people who drank hot tea every day were significantly lower. Coffee consumption was previously associated with increased risks for developing glaucoma caused by increased intraocular blood pressure. However, the results of the succeeding research were ambiguous. Some researchers say that...Read more

It makes you feel bad if the result of your vision exam suggests that you need a stronger prescription for your eyeglasses. There are people who use their glasses for a short time such as when they are reading. Some people have a dependence on their glasses for all time...Read more

Though summer and fall have come and gone, the presence of insects is still there. It can be observed that they are in a small quantity during winter. Being stung by an insect is not a fun experience. It may be annoying and uncomfortable. Some bites and stings are dangerous...Read more

The coronavirus pandemic has challenged the health system all over the world. There have been numerous research on COVID-19 treatment. Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) and Aralen (chloroquine) have been used as a potential treatment for coronavirus. They no longer recommend these drugs to patients with COVID-19. Patients taking Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) and Aralen...Read more

A traditional Chinese practice known as eye cleaning or eye washing is done by street barbers in China. Xiong Gaowu is one of the Chinese street barbers that uses a straight razor to scrape the inside of their customers’ eyelids. The procedure is performed with an intent to promote ocular...Read more

A lot of advancements have been made with the help of technology. Telemedicine appointments are very popular as we face the COVID-19 pandemic. Some patients skipped eye care because of the current situation. With the help of strict hygiene and disinfection procedures, in-person appointments are now available. Patients do not...Read more

It is natural to be concerned about how eye surgery or a vision problem will affect your workout program. While staying active is crucial, some forms of exercise may cause more harm than good. Here are some general principles that may be useful to you, but remember to check with...Read more

Vitrectomy or vitreous surgery can be used to address a variety of disorders. Surgery is recommended only when these four conditions are met: The findings have resulted in or are likely to result in vision loss. Because of the severity of the ailment or its natural history, non-surgical or spontaneous...Read more

We all know that keeping a healthy weight is good for our overall health. Overweight people are more likely to develop heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some forms of cancer, but did you know that being overweight can also raise the odds of having vision problems? It should be...Read more

Steroids are the common name for corticosteroid medications. They are used to treat edema and inflammation in the eyes and other regions of the body. Anabolic steroids are not the same as corticosteroids. Athletes and bodybuilders sometimes use anabolic steroids to gain muscle mass. Corticosteroids are found naturally in the...Read more

As the current research shows, the leading cause of sports-related eye injuries in the United States is basketball. Most of these eye injuries can be prevented with one simple step which is wearing protective eyewear. There is a study in 2018 that found that almost 16% of eye injuries in...Read more

Many people who are in their 20s or 30s do not think about their eye health. At this age, you should be taking steps to preserve your vision. The majority of vision problems are preventable with simple good health habits. Even as we get older, vision loss is not inevitable....Read more

Some people are not familiar with a drug called anti-VEGF. A protein produced by the cells in your body is called vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). They are responsible for producing new blood vessels when the body needs it. There are times where the cells produce too much VEGF that...Read more

Eyelid surgery, often known as blepharoplasty, is a surgical treatment that removes extra skin, muscle, and fat from the upper and lower eyelids. In certain circumstances, only the skin needs to be removed, not the muscle, or the treatment must be performed on both the upper and lower eyelids. Blepharoplasty...Read more

Experts say a recent case of two women who momentarily lost vision in one eye after reading their smartphones in bed shouldn’t be cause for concern. However, the events highlight the importance of judicious use of digital technologies to prevent eye strain. Researchers reported in The New England Journal of...Read more

Bruises are common in the human body when the soft tissues get bumped. Not many people are familiar with a bruised retina. James Harden, a basketball star of Houston Rockets experienced being poked in the eye in the NBA playoffs Western Conference semifinals during the second game. The damage to...Read more

We are aware that having a healthy diet is the key to making our bodies healthy. Diet is vital in keeping your eyes healthy too. These are the foods that you should focus on for eye-healthy eating: ● The best-known eye-healthy nutrient is vitamin A. The retina needs a lot...Read more

Eye pain when blinking may occur in the whole eye or only in some parts of the eye such as in the corner or in the eyelid. Some pain may be subtle and tolerable but some may require immediate medical attention. Causes Dirt and sand are some of the common...Read more

It is crucial to act as quickly as you can when any foreign object or chemical gets into the eye. In most cases, the first response to these accidents is to flush the eye as quickly as possible to minimize injury. This makes it essential for someone to learn how...Read more

Imagine how hard it is for someone to live with only one eye. A fungal infection that occurred as a complication in cataract surgery is what took Anne Rice’s sight in her right eye. The incident took place in 2008. The retinal specialist assumed that since she has 20-20 vision...Read more

There are various reasons for parents to consider how much screen time they should offer their children. The amount of time spent in front of the screen each day has been linked to developmental outcomes, obesity, poor sleep quality, and eye development. According to Canadian research, preschoolers who spent more...Read more

The sclera is the term called for the white part of the eye which is the protective layer that covers 80% of the surface of the eyeball. If you have a healthy sclera, it should appear white. There are instances where the sclera appears on different hues. The discoloration of...Read more

In every activity that we do, it is important to protect our eyes. Air guns are a well-known threat to the eyes. With the new findings, it showed that guns are harmful today more than before. Since 1990, the percentage of eye injuries from paintball, pellet, airsoft, and BB guns...Read more

Champagne is a famous celebratory drink that people prepare when they have something to celebrate. When the cork is popped from the champagne, it symbolizes an explosion of joy but not all people are aware that popping a bottle of champagne comes with risk. The cork of champagne can fly...Read more

Many people assume that eyeball tattoos are safe because there are a lot of people who have one. Eyeball tattoos or scleral tattoos are popular in body modification. Be aware that not all pictures online are real and most of them are edited. There may be instances where you can...Read more

An eye condition where the peripheral vision is reduced before leading to total blindness is known to be glaucoma. In glaucoma, the optic nerve is damaged over time due to increased eye pressure. Eye pressure is also called intraocular pressure or IOP. Eye conditions such as glaucoma cannot be treated...Read more

Regular exercise is a healthy way to burn calories and make your waistline slim. A recent study shows that exercise can stave off eye diseases such as macular degeneration that is the leading cause of vision loss to people that are beyond 50 years old. There are previous claims that...Read more

Most people overlook the fact that a family history of eye disease is important to ocular health. It is a must to ask and know if anyone in your family has or had an eye disease. Eye diseases such as glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration, and cataracts can be genetic. If...Read more

Given the situation of this pandemic, hand sanitizer or alcohol is essential to use and bring everywhere you go. You will see a hand sanitizer dispenser anywhere including grocery stores, gas stations, schools, or workplaces. Sanitizers at every corner should not surprise people because they know how important it is...Read more

People who drink too much alcohol know the effect it gives to eyesight which is a blurry and distorted vision. It is known that drinking alcohol affects the body even if it is just a few drinks or if you are suffering from an alcohol use disorder. Some people are...Read more

There has been new research that suggested that poor air quality can increase the chance of developing age-related macular degeneration or AMD. Poor air quality can be seen when you live in a congested city. Age-related macular degeneration is known to be the leading cause of blindness. The British Journal...Read more

It is rare for a lump or a bump to form right on the eyeball itself. However, some injuries can cause bumps on the eyeball especially if it occurred under the eyelid. Bumps on the eyeball could be alarming, but they are usually harmless and painless. Nonetheless, it is essential...Read more

The following are common eye injuries: Foreign Object Penetration Immediately visit the emergency room once a foreign object penetrates your eye and do not attempt to remove it by yourself. Simply tape a paper cup or use an eye shield to protect it; then ask for help. Corneal Abrasion or...Read more

Punctal plugs, also known as punctum plugs, occluders, or lacrimal plugs, are small biocompatible devices that are inserted into the tear ducts to block drainage. This plug helps increase the tear film and surface moisture of the eye to help relieve discomfort due to dry eye. These devices are as...Read more

Did you know that a healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce the risks of eye health problems? Research revealed that copper, zinc, vitamin E, vitamin C, and beta carotene — can prevent age-related eyesight deterioration by 25%. The variations involve omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, zeaxanthin, and beta carotene in reducing the...Read more

All athletes are finding a way to improve their sports performance. Many athletes go through agility training and sports camp. As athletes, trainers, coaches know the importance of nutrition in sports performance, they tend to overlook the importance of the nutrition of eyes in sports performance. Having excellent visual skills...Read more

People who are in their 20s or 30s do not spend their time worrying about their eyesight in the future. Some people start at a young age with bad eyesight. It is important to take extra steps to protect your ocular health. It is noticeable that older people usually wear...Read more

What Is Retinal Surgery Face-down Recovery? You would need to hold the head in a face-down position after certain forms of retinal surgery. This is due to a gas bubble being inserted into your eye. The bubble will float into the proper position if you recover with your head down....Read more

Eye doctors have found that video games are a different yet fun way to treat amblyopia, or lazy eye, besides corrective lenses, patching, and eye exercises. What is Lazy Eye? Amblyopia or lazy eye is a disorder that typically begins in infancy and early childhood affecting the visual acuity of...Read more

A huge explosion shocked Theresa McNair when she returned home from work a few days after the Fourth of July. She figured it was youngsters from the neighborhood having fun with leftover Christmas pyrotechnics. The Fort Lauderdale mom did not realize it was her own child who had been injured...Read more

Makeup is known to enhance the natural features an individual has. Most women are using makeup on occasions to make themselves more unique and stand out. In the history of makeup, lead-based powders have been dangerous but you do not have to worry because modern makeup does not contain any...Read more

Carotenoids are pigments found in red, orange, yellow, and green colored fruits and vegetables. They serve as antioxidants and contain a significant amount of cancer-fighting properties. Carotenoids are said to contribute a lot to keep the eyes healthy according to nutrition research. Moreover, carotenoids can also protect the eyes from...Read more

Vaseline, a brand-name version of petroleum jelly, can be used to moisturize dry skin anywhere on the body, including the eyelids. Petroleum jelly is a thick jelly that forms a moisture barrier on the skin, allowing moisture to be trapped and the skin to be protected from the elements. It...Read more

Many people are not aware of the role of nutrition in our vision. There has been a story of a 17-year-old boy who got legally blind due to a poor diet. A lot of people are asking if the story was true. The story started when the parents of the...Read more

Smoke from wildfires can spread across the country. The smoke affects our health as well as our eyes even if we are in a far distance. If you are suffering from dry eyes, blepharitis, or allergic conjunctivitis, the smoke can give you a burning and stinging eye pain. John Bosetti,...Read more

There are things that we do not know how harmful it is for our eyes. We present eye threats in some daily activities that we do. Some people want to change the appearance of their eyes and they resort to eyeball tattooing. Serious complications such as infections, inflammation of the...Read more

Vision is one of the basic senses that individuals have. Congenital blindness is different from the vision loss that is being discussed. Vision loss refers to the condition where you had normal vision before and there are underlying causes that result in this occurrence. Vision loss can be complete or...Read more

Families with school-aged children scramble to get backpacks, clothing, and other items ready for the new school year as summer draws to a close. Good vision is one of the most critical yet often ignored requirements. Children’s eyes and vision shift as they develop and change from year to year....Read more

Tears act as lubrication in our eyes which helps us to see clearly. It also helps in clearing away the debris. If lubrication is not present, eyes are red, scratchy, and irritable which can lead to a condition called dry eye. Blurred vision, light sensitivity, and damage to eyes may...Read more

If fluctuations in your vision occurred, it is possible that it is normal and it is not. Gradual vision changes can be due to temporary conditions, eye issues that are developing, and health problems. There can be instances that vision gets blurry out of nowhere. Consult with your eye doctor...Read more

Glaucoma is known to affect 65 million people worldwide. It is estimated that 10 percent of those who have glaucoma become blind. Glaucoma occurs because there is optic nerve damage. The measurement of the fluid pressure inside the eye is called intraocular pressure or IOP. Increased eye pressure is one...Read more

Redness, tearing, and drainage are all symptoms of an eye infection. It may be a clear liquid or a yellow-green pus which are highly infectious. Antibiotic eye drops may be used to treat a bacterial eye infection. A doctor can prescribe antibiotic eye drops to treat bacterial eye infections. They...Read more

Staying out under the sun while swimming in the pool, making sandcastles on the beach, tossing frisbees at the park can really be enjoyable “fun in the sun” activities. However, did you know that despite the fun you are having, there is a greater risk of dangers awaiting from excessive...Read more

For persons with glaucoma, there are some constraints on what you can do. With glaucoma, regular, moderate-intensity exercise is both healthy and safe. On the other hand, extreme exercise might increase eye pressure by pushing and straining your body too hard (this pressure is known as IOP, or intraocular pressure)....Read more

Red light therapy is a technique that is considered to be therapeutic with the use of red low-level wavelengths of light. It is commonly used to treat acne, wounds, skin issues including scars, and help in reducing arthritis. With the help of research, red light therapy is possibly effective in...Read more

There are extreme vision problems that even glasses or contacts cannot fix. Under visual impairment, there are serious vision problems that usually need assistance from other people who have functional eyesight. The cause of visual impairment differs because it can be a birth defect, genetic disorder, or eye disease. Being...Read more

Causes There are many possible causes of itchy eyes. Underlying problems that could cause itchy eyes include: Allergies: Foreign substances like makeup, pollen, and dander that come in contact with the eye can cause itchiness. Eyestrain: Tired eyes that have been staring at the screen or driving for too long...Read more

Children like to play with toys. Their parents and grandparents enjoy buying toys as they stroll in malls for their young ones. Toys are the key to make children have a good time but some toys can put them at a serious eye injury which can sometimes result in vision...Read more

People love to cook. When they prepare their meals, they add onions to make the dishes savory and flavorful. What is the reason why onions make us tear up? Onions are rich in sulfur which is the compound that is released in the air when we are chopping it. The...Read more

Nowadays, the use of skincare products is popular. It was recently found that many skincare products have microbeads which are tiny bits of plastic. Microbeads are used to exfoliate debris from the face and body. It is important to be careful in using skincare products with microbeads because they can...Read more

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 eyes. Rheumatoid arthritis, particularly, is believed to affect the eyes. People who experience arthritis-related eye problems are more common in...Read more