In the past, dry eye was largely a condition found in seniors and postmenopausal women or as a side effect of certain medical conditions or medications. Now, as a result of the increased amount of time we spend on screens, optometrists are seeing more frequent cases of dry eye, even in our younger clientele.
Awareness and proactive prevention are the best ways to keep dry eye at bay or ensure a mild case doesn’t worsen. Always schedule an appointment with an optometrist if you experience consistent pain, discomfort, irritation, or other unusual symptoms with your eyes or vision. Read the rest of this article at https://eyetoeyefamilyvisioncare.com/dry-eye-prevention-and-treatment/ The sun emits invisible ultraviolet (UV) light rays that damage skin cells. This is one of the reasons why excess sun exposure (UV exposure) causes skin cancer. However, exposure to UV light, a source of radiation, is also harmful to the tissues in your eyes, which is why protecting your eyes from the sun is so important.
Read the rest of this article at https://eyetoeyefamilyvisioncare.com/protect-your-eyes-from-the-sun/ Spring is here, and everything is blooming and blossoming out, which means our office is flooded with calls regarding swollen eyes and eyelids. In most cases, inflamed tissue in and around the eyes is caused by allergies or the irritation caused by foreign objects. However, there are cases where eye tissue becomes infected, in which case you’ll need to visit your optometrist.
Read the rest of this article at https://eyetoeyefamilyvisioncare.com/swollen-eyes-and-eyelids-why-and-how-to-treat-them/ There is almost nothing more satisfying than a good, long, thorough eye rubbing when you have itchy or irritated eyes. However, rubbing your eyes is one of the worst things you can do. In most cases, it makes existing problems worse. In worst-case scenarios, eye rubbing causes more damage.
Read the rest of this article at https://eyetoeyefamilyvisioncare.com/5-reasons-to-avoid-rubbing-your-eyes/ The American Optometric Association (AOA) describes dry eye as “a condition in which a person doesn't have enough quality tears to lubricate and nourish the eye. Tears are necessary for maintaining the health of the front surface of the eye and for providing clear vision.”
Read the rest of this article at https://eyetoeyefamilyvisioncare.com/dry-eye-symptoms-and-relief/ Scratched eyes are common, typically the result of foreign objects getting trapped underneath an eyelid and rubbed against the surface of the eye, or objects passing across an open eye as the result of flying or windborne debris in the workplace or outdoors.
While the resulting scratch can be excruciatingly painful and irritating to start, the good news is that eyes tend to heal quickly. The first step is to assess the situation, determine whether or not an eye doctor should examine it, and how to move forward with treating the scratch for comfort and vision’s sake. The most telling sign of a scratch on the surface of your eye is the feeling that something is stuck in your eye or under your eyelid. Read our post Removal of Foreign Object From Eye: DIY or Eye Doctor. Follow those instructions to flush and examine the eye. If the cornea is intact, your eye will feel immediately better once the object is removed. If the object scratched the eye, you’d continue to experience discomfort and other symptoms. Read the rest of this article at https://eyetoeyefamilyvisioncare.com/how-to-treat-a-scratched-eye/ Red, itchy, and watery eyes are some of the most common symptoms of eye allergies, also called seasonal allergic conjunctivitis. This uncomfortable combination feels unbearable if you don’t find relief. Additionally, untreated eye allergies can eventually lead to more severe conjunctivitis because inflamed, irritated eye tissues are more prone to infection from bacteria, viruses, or fungal spores in the environment.
Most eye allergies are treated at home and by using over-the-counter solutions. However, chronic issues or eyes that remain inflamed or seem infected require an appointment with your optometrist. Read the rest of this article at https://eyetoeyefamilyvisioncare.com/common-eye-allergies-symptoms-treatment-and-relief/ Are your eyes looking red and irritated?
Red eyes are one of the first signs that there is something going on and that treatment may be needed. In most cases, you’ll be able to treat the problem at home by flushing the eyes, using eye drops, and avoiding irritants. Other times, your red eyes may need attention from your family optometrist. Note: Your red eyes may also itch or burn, which makes you want to rub them. Resist the urge! Rubbing your eyes may provide immediate relief but can actually do more harm than good. Read the rest of this article at https://eyetoeyefamilyvisioncare.com/10-reasons-you-have-red-eyes/ |
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