Eyesight is a precious gift. As such, many people wonder what the recommendations are for routine eye examinations. EyeCare America, the foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, has published the following guidelines. Child Eye MD Visits Your child should have his or her eyes screened during regular pediatric appointments. Vision testing is recommended for… Continue Reading »
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What is Shingles, and is it Harmful to the Eyes?
Shingles or herpes zoster is a virus that causes a painful burning and sometimes itchy blistering rash. Shingles is a reactivation of the varicella zoster virus — the chickenpox virus. 6 Reasons Shingles Can Reemerge in Adulthood The virus lies dormant in the body after the initial chickenpox infection, but it can reemerge later in… Continue Reading »
Your Eyes Could Benefit from Your New Year’s Resolution
Welcome to 2023 — the year of perfect vision! The holiday season provides lots of opportunities to indulge in treats. As a result, many New Year’s resolutions include promises to exercise more in order to drop those excess pounds gained over the past few months. Regular Exercise is Also Good for Eye Health Most of… Continue Reading »
What is Tunnel Vision? Symptoms, Causes and Treatment
In a figurative sense, “tunnel vision” describes a reluctance to consider alternatives to a specific point of view. However, when it comes to the eyes, tunnel vision is a very real condition and problem. Tunnel vision is a condition in which central vision is intact, but peripheral or side vision is missing. In other words,… Continue Reading »