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Can cheap sunglasses ruin my vision?
Yes. Wearing poor quality lenses can cause damage. With tinted sunglasses, your pupils dilate and if the proper UV protection is not on the lenses then the UV can come through READ MORE
Yes. Wearing poor quality lenses can cause damage. With tinted sunglasses, your pupils dilate and if the proper UV protection is not on the lenses then the UV can come through to your eyes and can cause more damage to your eyes. UV can pass through tinted lenses unless they are properly coated. Polarized lenses can offer better protection and a proper UV protectant lens materials can help. They don’t have to be expensive, just good quality. Buy optical quality sunglasses from a reputable source.
Why do I see black spots when I stand up?
This can be from low blood pressure. Be sure you are drinking enough water and see your primary care physician For a physical and your optometrist for evaluations of your eyes. READ MORE
This can be from low blood pressure. Be sure you are drinking enough water and see your primary care physician For a physical and your optometrist for evaluations of your eyes.
Why do my eyes hurt when I look to the side?
This can be referred pain from your neck or other muscles that are tense around your head. It could also be other ocular conditions. Have your eyes examined. Depends on the READ MORE
This can be referred pain from your neck or other muscles that are tense around your head. It could also be other ocular conditions. Have your eyes examined. Depends on the type of pain, sharp, dull...
How often should I get an eye test?
Yes, especially if you are noticing changes. Over 40, it is recommended by the American Optometric Association to have an eye exam and dilation yearly
Are colored lenses bad for the eyes?
Not if they were prescribed by an optometrist who knows how your are wearing them. They do make breathable ones now. Don’t buy them online.
What exactly is glaucoma?
We recommend check for glaucoma yearly since there is no pain associated with it and also I would recommend baseline photos and OCT to have for future changes and keep in your READ MORE
We recommend check for glaucoma yearly since there is no pain associated with it and also I would recommend baseline photos and OCT to have for future changes and keep in your files to show your doctors in the future. It can happen at any age.
Diabetes and eye health
Diabetes can affect the blood vessels in the eyes and cause bleeding or swelling if not well controlled. Also, it can cause fluctuations in vision. You should see an optometrist. READ MORE
Diabetes can affect the blood vessels in the eyes and cause bleeding or swelling if not well controlled. Also, it can cause fluctuations in vision. You should see an optometrist.
My eye looks different because of my astigmatism. Anything I can do?
Astigmatism does not make an eye look different. We are all lopsided. That is normal.
Why are my eyes sore after contacts?
You need to see your optometrist, they may not be the right contacts for you. You should try disposables, or more breathable contacts and remove them earlier.
Is a squint surgery safe for a 12 year old?
I would need to know why she is squinting. Does she need glasses? Sometimes blepharospasm can be treated with botox.
Why do my eyes feel very tired after wearing glasses?
This is normal. If it doesn't get better after 1 month, then go back to your doctor for a recheck
My eye drops are getting into my mouth. Should I be concerned?
No, the eyes, ears, nose, and throat are all connected. You can try closing the nasal corner of your eyes with light pressure after instilling the eye drops for 20 seconds.
Is rose water safe for the eyes?
I would not recommend it. Putting anything in your eyes that is not made for the eyes puts you at risk of infection.
My mother is unable to see clearly even after the corrective eye surgery. What should I do now?
What type of vision correction surgery? And what can she not see clearly, near or far? She may have other problems with her eyes that the surgery can't correct. She needs to see READ MORE
What type of vision correction surgery? And what can she not see clearly, near or far? She may have other problems with her eyes that the surgery can't correct. She needs to see her optometrist.
After a LASIK surgery when can I expect my vision to become normal?
Usually there is some fluctuation in vision after LASIK for at least the first month secondary to swelling and dryness. You should be using your medication and tears. See your READ MORE
Usually there is some fluctuation in vision after LASIK for at least the first month secondary to swelling and dryness. You should be using your medication and tears. See your doctor for your follow-up care.
Can my mother be operator for both cataract and glaucoma at the same time?
Sometimes, cataracts are so bad that they can be a cause for the glaucoma. Once the cataract is removed, the pain from the glaucoma will be eleviated. She will need followup READ MORE
Sometimes, cataracts are so bad that they can be a cause for the glaucoma. Once the cataract is removed, the pain from the glaucoma will be eleviated. She will need followup care probably at least 1 day, 1 week, 1 month and then for checking pressure every 3-4 months to make sure the pressure is normal. They will do a workup of her health prior to the surgery.
How is redness of the eyes treated?
You need an eye exam. usually patients who suffer from allergies take allergy pills daily. This may help and you should wear sunglasses, preferably polarized to protect your READ MORE
You need an eye exam. usually patients who suffer from allergies take allergy pills daily. This may help and you should wear sunglasses, preferably polarized to protect your eyes from the dust. There are also drops for the eyes, but you should get an eye exam to rule out any other problems.
My left eye begins to water from light exposure. What could be the problem?
If this is new, you need to see your eye doctor asap. This could be a sign of infection. If it is ongoing, then you could need glasses. You should always wear sunglasses outdoors, READ MORE
If this is new, you need to see your eye doctor asap. This could be a sign of infection. If it is ongoing, then you could need glasses. You should always wear sunglasses outdoors, preferrably polarized
What is the way to treat eye strain due to excessive computer use?
There are glasses with mild prescriptions and blue blocker lenses with antiglare coatings that will help to reduce the strain. Need to get the screen down and sit ergonomically. READ MORE
There are glasses with mild prescriptions and blue blocker lenses with antiglare coatings that will help to reduce the strain. Need to get the screen down and sit ergonomically. Also, take breaks and close your eyes for about 20 seconds every 20 minutes to relieve your eyes from straining.
