For example, an eye exam can detect a disease like diabetes and check for other eye-related conditions like glaucoma or refractive errors.
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Can an Eye Exam Detect Diabetes?
Myopia & Hyperopia: Symptoms & Treatment
Clear vision is something many of us rely on every day, but myopia and hyperopia—better known as nearsightedness and farsightedness—can affect the way we see the world.
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Mastering Comfort: Contact Lens Fitting Guide
A typical contact lens fitting involves:
Visiting your eye care professional
Understanding you prescription and what contact lens option are available to you
Selecting your lens type to match your lifestyle
Practicing application and removal of the lens
Adjusting to your lenses
Caring for your lenses […]
Does Myopia Get Worse With Age and Lead to Blindness?
Myopia is a common eye condition that develops during childhood, resulting in distant vision becoming blurry while nearby vision remains clear. Myopia isn’t a serious condition, but leaving it unmanaged can lead to the development of high myopia and, subsequently, eye conditions, potentially leading to vision loss. There’s no cure for myopia, but myopia control […]
Do I Have Cataracts or Glaucoma?
If you’ve noticed any changes in your vision, like blurriness or issues with color clarity, you may be dealing with an eye condition like cataracts or glaucoma. These conditions are 2 of the leading causes of vision loss, making it crucial to learn to recognize the signs of each. So how do you tell if […]
How Often Should Your Child Get an Eye Exam?
Ensuring your child has healthy vision is crucial for their overall development and success in school and life; but new parents can often wonder when it’s appropriate to bring their baby in for their first eye exam as well as how often to bring them back. Whether you’re a new parent or want a refresher […]
Essential Insights: Eyewear for Swimming, Scuba Diving, Hunting, Sports, and Safety
When it comes to outdoor activities, the right eyewear can make all the difference in the world. Whether you’re planning on swimming, diving, hunting, or even going out for a ball game, safety should always be paramount. Don’t put yourself at risk of an eye emergency; instead, invest in protective eyewear. From function to fit, […]
The Significance of Optometrist-Prescribed Eye Drops: What You Need to Know
Whether you’re at an eye exam, treating a medical condition, or trying to deal with dry eyes, you’ve likely used eye drops at some point before. There are all kinds of these drops; some are for allergies, some for treating conditions like glaucoma, and some are simply to help you find relief from irritation. They’re […]
How Allergies Can Affect Your Vision
When we think of allergies, we often associate them with sneezing, congestion, and itchy eyes. However, allergies can also have a significant impact on our vision. Sometimes, eye allergies can go beyond itchy eyes, potentially leading to redness, swelling, and even long-term ocular damage if left untreated. Various allergens like pollen, mold, dust mites, animal […]
How Can an Optometrist Diagnose Glaucoma?
Your eyes are your windows to the world, and like any window in your home, you want to keep them nice and clear so you can see all that’s out there. But eye diseases like glaucoma can fog your windows and eventually lead to permanent vision loss if left untreated. They don’t call it the […]