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 »
General Eye Care
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 »
Pink Eye: Types, Symptoms, and Treatments of Conjunctivitis
Pink Eye (also known as conjunctivitis) is an inflammation of the conjunctiva — the clear tissue covering the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids. Pink Eye is one of the most common, and luckily, treatable eye conditions. 3 Types of Pink Eye / Conjunctivitis The three main types of conjunctivitis… Continue Reading »
Home Vision Testing: Is it a Good Idea or a Bad Idea?
For people who are busy, doing a home vision test and then ordering glasses or contact lenses using an online website or app might be an appealing option. That said, eye physicians recommend proceeding with extreme caution. Limitations of Home Vision Testing Online tests can measure the power of eyeglass prescription when done accurately (a… Continue Reading »
How Sun Exposure Affects the Eyes: The Surprising Answer
In a recent interview, former tennis player Chris Evert spoke about the eye problems some players get from prolonged exposure to the sun. Cataracts and eye cancers are extremely serious diseases that progress over time. Long Term Sun Exposure Harms Your Eyes Cataracts require surgical removal, and eye cancers not only threaten the eye, but… Continue Reading »
Eye Changes and Eye Care During Pregnancy
It might surprise you to know that in addition to the obvious physical changes during pregnancy, the eyes can also change. Eye and Visual Changes During Pregnancy Due to hormonal and blood pressure shifts, vision may become blurry from time to time, and the fluid retention that causes swollen ankles may modify the shape of… Continue Reading »