In early September 2021, Luis Riollano, 31, noticed everything looked cloudy. He had long worn glasses to see distances and wondered if his prescription had changed. But soon, his vision worsened so much that he could barely see shapes and movements. When he visited an eye doctor, he learned the unexpected cause of his sudden […]
Know the Risks of Permanent Eyeliner on Your Eyelids
by Steven Vale, M.D. Cosmetic tattooing, better described as micropigmentation, has been around since the late 1980s. It was first used to fill-in defects in the eyebrows caused by alopecia or injuries. Recently, cosmetic eyelid tattooing, also known as permanent eye-liner, has experienced an upsurge in popularity.It might seem at first glance to be a […]
Starting CBD Oil? Then You’ll NEED an Eye Exam!
by Steven Vale, M.D. It’s long been known that Marijuana lowers intra-ocular pressure. The effect is short term (3-4 hours) but the THC in marijuana is the molecule known to reduce eye pressure. On average, THC reduces eye pressure by 25% or about as much as one of the best classes of drugs we have, […]
How to Take Care of Your Eyes
Your eyes are your windows to the world, so it’s important to take good care of them. Things like seeing an eye doctor regularly, getting enough sleep, and giving your eyes regular breaks while you are using a computer can help keep your eyes in good health. If you are having problems with your […]
Eye Injuries: What To Do!
It’s an eye emergency any time you have a foreign object or chemicals in your eye, or when an injury or burn affects your eye or the area around your eyes. Remember, you should seek medical attention if you ever experience swelling, redness, or pain in your eyes, or if you receive trauma to one or […]
Causes of Night Vision Problems
Do you have problems seeing at night? Millions of Americans do. You may just need glasses, especially if you’re nearsighted. On the other hand, it could mean that you have cataracts or other issues. If you’re afraid to drive or go out after dark because you can’t see, let your doctor know. What Causes It? A wide […]
Blurry Vision, Often An Early Warning Sign Of Diabetes
Blurry vision is often one of the first warning signs of diabetes. You may also get blurred vision when you start insulin treatment. This is due to shifting fluids, but it generally resolves after a few weeks. If you spend a lot of time in front of a computer monitor or handheld electronic device, you […]
Dry Eye: Causes, Prevention and Treatments
If Your Eyes Are Dry: You might feel like you have sand in your eyes, or they might burn or itch. You might be sensitive to light, have blurry vision, or, in some cases, your eyes might water. And you may have a tough time wearing contact lenses. Your Eyes Need Moisture: This helps them […]
Macular Degeneration Symptoms and Signs
Symptoms of AMD include the following: • Blurred or decreased central vision • Blind spots (scotomas), partial loss of vision • Distorted vision (metamorphopsia): Straight lines may appear wavy or bent. • Inability to see in dim light • Objects appearing suddenly smaller when viewed with one eye than with the other • AMD is […]
Preventing Cataracts Naturally
The world’s leading cause of blindness is cataracts. Cataracts occur when the lens of the eye becomes clouded. Responsible for letting light rays to pass onto the retina, the lens is a transparent structure mostly made up of water and protein fibers. When those fibers clump together, the lens loses its clarity, leading to blurred […]
Common Contact Lens Problems, Myths, and Solutions
You might be wondering if there are any contact lens issues you should be aware of before you give up your glasses for contacts. Let’s find out together by exploring and answering different questions on this subject by separating fact from fiction. Are contacts better than glasses? In most cases, this is all up to […]
Diabetic Retinopathy – Exams and Tests
Diabetic retinopathy can be detected during a dilated eye exam by an ophthalmologist or optometrist. An exam by your primary doctor, during which your eyes are not dilated, is not an adequate substitute for a full exam done by an ophthalmologist. Eye exams for people with diabetes can include: • Visual acuity testing. Visual acuity […]
Vision Changes Caused By Pregnancy
“Pregnancy itself can cause changes in refraction,” says Dr. Kathleen B. Digre, MD, a neuro-ophthalmologist at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. “These refractive changes are thought to be due in part to progesterone-mediated fluid shifts in the cornea — and these same fluid shifts may lead to complaints of blurred vision and […]
Allergies Can Mean Misery for Contact Lens Wearers
22 million Americans suffer seasonal allergies. If you’re one of them and a contact lens wearer, you may as well refer to it as misery season. That’s because allergens have a special attraction to contacts – especially the soft variety, which most contact lens wearers use. The American Optometric Association says that more than 75% of […]