What is a Stye? A stye (also known as a hordeolum) is a small, red, painful lump that grows from the base of the eyelash or from under the eyelid. They are most commonly caused by a bacterial infection. There are two types of styes. Two Types: External and Internal The external stye starts at… Continue Reading »
Serious Eye Problems
Can You Really Get Herpes In Your Eye?
Yes — it is, unfortunately, possible to get Herpes in the eye. This viral infection is called Herpes Keratitis, and it is caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). There are two types of HSV. Type I is the most common. It causes the cold sore or fever blister. Type II is the sexually transmitted… Continue Reading »
5 Eye Problems that Can Occur as You Get Older
While many people know that elderly people need to see the Ophthalmologist or Eye MD more frequently than young people, they may not know why. Unfortunately, there are a number of eye conditions that occur with age. 1. Cataracts A cataract is a clouding of the natural lens in the eye. It is the result… Continue Reading »
2 Reasons to Avoid Color-Changing “Costume” Contact Lenses
While some people want to wear spooky looking contact lenses for Halloween, often the result of that decision is truly horrifying. Unfortunately, every Ophthalmologist (Eye M.D.) has heard scary stories about the use of non-prescription or over-the-counter contact lenses. Reason #1: Costume Lenses Can Scratch the Cornea If contacts are not professionally fitted to the… Continue Reading »
Lazy Eye (aka Amblyopia): Symptoms, Treatment and Hope
Amblyopia, also known as lazy eye, is partial or complete vision loss in one eye caused by abnormal visual development early in life. This eye condition is often characterized by a “lazy” eye that wanders inward or outward. Symptoms of Lazy Eye Symptoms of Amblyopia include: misalignment of the eyes, or strabismus eyes that don’t… Continue Reading »
What is Considered an Eye Emergency? 5 Serious Eye Problems
An eye emergency may be defined as any eye condition requiring prompt medical attention due to a sudden change in ocular health or vision. This post shares five serious eye emergencies. Retinal Detachment A Retinal Detachment occurs when the retina pulls away from its supportive tissue. Patients often experience blurred vision, and they may see… Continue Reading »