Women’s health issues are numerous and, for the most part, pretty well known. During the month of October, many people turn their awareness to breast cancer and the need for screening and suitable treatment options. Breast cancer is just one of so many health topics that are of interest to women. In addition to the […]
For a condition to be dubbed “surfer’s eye,” you would think that it may only affect those who hit the waves on a very regular basis. Surfers aren’t the kind of people who flock to the beautiful state of Illinois, and yet the condition known as surfer’s eye is common. The scientific term for surfer’s […]
Blurred vision may occur for multiple reasons. Some of them are benign and cause temporary frustration. For instance, if you spend too much time at a computer screen, you may notice that your eyes have difficulty focuses for a short time afterward. This type of blurriness is an indication of digital eye strain. There is […]
Cataracts affect more than 25 million adults in the Forty-and-Over age group, and this number is expected to continue climbing over time. Cataracts cause the lens of one or both eyes to become clouded. The only way to improve vision in someone with cataracts is to remove them. But to remove a cataract means to […]
The eyes are seen just about every day by at least one other person. Most people are somewhat aware that they want their eyes to be seen in the day to day. Additionally, there is the good reason to have your eyes seen by someone who is looking for specific information. We’re talking about having […]
Throughout the world, about 240 million people suffer from a vision problem. Many of these issues are avoidable and in some cases curable. Here are some simple tips to protect your eyes day to day. Give your eyes a break: Studies show that Americans spend 10 hours a day looking at a screen. This includes […]
As part of a regular eye exam, a dilated eye exam allows your doctor to see the details of the back of your eye, otherwise known as the retina. This test is a valuable tool in determining the overall health of your eyes and can even uncover problems like brain tumors. What happens during and […]
Our eyes are phenomenal organs with the ability to heal quickly. Occasionally, we may confront eye issues that may alarm or concern us. The common question, “Should I see my doctor, or will my eyes heal on their own?” is answered here for styes, eye redness, and pinkeye. Eye redness: eye redness can include a […]
Although genetics can play a significant role in eye health, there is a lot you can do to lower your risk of developing vision problems. Here are six ways to start improving your eye health today: Maintain a healthy weight.Researchers warn that obesity can be detrimental to your eyesight. For example, those who are clinically […]
It can be a strange sensation to be going about your day when, seemingly out of nowhere, your eye begins to twitch. If this happens to you, take comfort in the fact that besides being painless, an eye twitch is almost always harmless and usually subsides on its own. If you’ve wondered why you have […]
