Nearsightedness occurs when far-away objects are blurry. This condition is also called myopia. It's a common eye condition, one that affects just over 40 percent of the population in the United States. On the opposite end of the spectrum is farsightedness, or hyperopia. This condition occurs when objects up close are blurry. Hyperopia is less common than myopia and only affects about 25 percent of the country's population. If you are either nearsighted or farsighted, you will need to seek eye care treatment from an optometrist who can help correct these types of vision problems.
17 November 2020
Your vision is not something you should remember every year for your vision checkup. You should remember to take good care of your vision every single day. Your vision is very important and you need to take it seriously, just as you would for the care of every part of your body. To take care of your vision daily, there are a number of things you should be doing. Read on for some helpful tips to help you care for your eyes and your vision.
10 July 2020
If your eyes are burning, itching, and inflamed after a day spent out in the sun, you may be suffering from photokeratitis. It's a common affliction among both beachgoers and snow skiers. Both sand and snow reflect sunlight back up towards you, including the ultraviolet rays that emanate from it — these ultraviolet rays are what cause photokeratitis. While photokeratitis is typically not serious, it's a sign that you aren't taking proper care of your eyes when you're outdoors.
21 December 2019
Are you an athlete who struggles with your game? Well, there's every possibility that your vision is actually interfering with your athletic prowess -- and an optometrist who handles sports vision problems may be able to help. Here's what you need to know about how visual acuity and vision therapy can affect your sports performance: What's vision got to do with your athletic prowess? Athletes actually make use of several different types of vision during an event.
2 July 2019
Contact lenses are safe and easy to use and could be a practical choice for you. While most people can wear contact lenses with no problem, there is a chance of infection if you are not careful. Fortunately, it is not hard to prevent infections. Here is more information about the types, signs, treatment, and prevention of contact lens-related infection to help you be more informed when you see your eye doctor.
20 February 2019
If you've only recently started visiting an eye doctor or you're about to see one for the first time, chances are you've heard about eye pressure tests. This test is a necessary part of a thorough eye examination, but many people are wary of them before they have one performed. Here's what you need to know about eye pressure tests and what you can expect when you have yours. Why It's Necessary
10 November 2018
There are prescriptions as well as over-the-counter eye drops for dealing with different eye problems. However, eye drops are never the solutions for all eye problems. This is because eye drops are formulated for different problems and you need to know what you are dealing with first. Lubricating the Eye Tears lubricate the eyes. Your eyes will dry if they don't produce enough tears. Such a condition is known as the dry eye syndrome, and it leads to irritated, swollen, and red eyes.
22 August 2018
