Scientists at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine have discovered a cell in the retina that may cause myopia when it dysfunctions. Myopia (or nearsightedness) is a condition in which people can see close objects clearly, but objects farther away appear blurred. The problem may be linked to amount of time a child spends indoors… Continue Reading »
General Eye Care
What is a Cataract? Discover the Different Types and Symptoms
A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision. The lens is the clear part of the eye that helps to focus light or an image on the retina. In a normal eye, light passes through the transparent lens to the retina. Light is then changed into nerve signals that… Continue Reading »
Good Vision and No Eye Pain Means Eyes are Healthy – Right?
People with good vision and no pain often assume that their eyes are healthy, and that they can safely put off having an eye exam. Unfortunately, that’s not the case a good portion of the time. Here’s why… Many Serious Eye Conditions Are Painless There are a number of serious eye diseases that are painless… Continue Reading »
Your Eyes Could Benefit from Your New Year’s Resolution
Welcome to 2020 — the year of perfect vision! The holiday season provided 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 Good for Eye Health Most of us… Continue Reading »
What’s the Difference Between a Vision Screening and an Eye Exam?
Many people are confused about the difference between a vision screening and an eye examination. Allow this post to shed some light on the key differences. Vision Screenings A vision screening is a short evaluation that may indicate the possibility of a vision problem. A vision screening is not a diagnostic tool. The vision screener… Continue Reading »
Episcleritis: What Is It and How Do You Treat It?
What is Episcleritis? Episcleritis is an irritation and inflammation of the episclera, the thin layer of tissue covering the white part (sclera) of the eye that occurs in the absence of infection. It is a common condition, and in most cases the problem is mild and vision is normal. What causes Episcleritis? Most of the… Continue Reading »