Regular eye exams are crucial for maintaining good eye and vision health. Whether it’s for you or your child, the more you know about what’s going on in your eyes, the more equipped you are to handle any developing conditions or diseases. But it can feel easy to keep putting off these check-ups. You have […]
What Are the First Signs of Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a group of diseases that affects millions of Americans, and many don’t even know they have it. Peripheral (side vision) loss is one of the first signs you’ll notice. Halos around lights, eye redness, and pain could also be early signs, depending on the type of glaucoma. Perhaps one of the most important […]
Can Dry Eye Cause Headaches?
Dry eye is a prevalent eye condition that affects millions of Americans. Fortunately, dry eye doesn’t typically lead to severe or vision-threatening complications. But it can be quite uncomfortable and lead to symptoms such as headaches, infection, or scratches on the eye if left untreated. It may not always be possible to prevent dry eyes, […]
Does Myopia Get Worse with Age?
Having trouble reading street signs while driving or focusing on the TV screen? You may have myopia. Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a common vision problem that impacts nearly 1 in 3 Americans. Like many eye conditions, myopia can get worse with age. Most commonly, myopia will start to develop in school-age children and will continue […]