Yes, a humidifier can help with dry eyes by adding moisture to the air around you. […]
Does a Humidifier Help with Dry Eyes?
Eye Conditions
Can Pink Eye Be Caused By Sinus Infection?
Because of the close proximity of the eyes and sinuses, it’s natural to wonder if a sinus infection could cause pink eye.
While classic viral pink eye (most often caused by adenoviruses) is typically not related to sinus infections, certain bacterial or upper respiratory infections can affect both areas and lead to overlapping symptoms.
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What Is RF Skin Tightening & How Does It Work?
While often highlighted for its aesthetic benefits, RF technology has applications that extend beyond improving skin texture, particularly in optometry, where it can aid in meibomian gland expression and increase future oil production for long-lasting symptom relief. […]
Scratched Cornea vs. Pink Eye: How to Tell the Difference
It can be concerning if your child wakes up complaining about eye pain, persistent redness, or irritation. Two of the most common eye issues are a scratched cornea and pink eye (conjunctivitis). At first glance, they appear similar—both may cause redness, discomfort, and sensitivity. However, a scratched cornea is typically more painful, itchier, and uncomfortable, […]
What Is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye?
While pink eye is often easily recognizable and not typically serious, it is frequently confused with other conditions such as:
Dry eye syndrome
Allergic conjunctivitis
Corneal abrasion or scratch
Foreign body in the eye
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What is a Diabetic Eye Exam?
Our eyes show a glimpse of our overall health status. In fact, unbeknownst to us, many general health concerns can manifest their presence in our eyes. Diabetes is a chronic health condition that can impact our ocular health and vision. A diabetic eye exam allows your optometrist to evaluate the eye’s internal structures to look […]
What Causes Astigmatism to Worsen?
Astigmatism is a common refractive error that affects the eye’s ability to focus light and can cause blurred vision. It occurs when the cornea (the clear front surface of the eye) or lens (the part of the eye that focuses light) is irregularly shaped, resulting in multiple focal points instead of one clear image. While […]
Myopia vs. Hyperopia: What’s the Difference?
Myopia (nearsightedness) and hyperopia (farsightedness) are two common vision problems that cause blurry vision, resulting from an irregular eye shape that does not bend light correctly. Myopia makes far-away objects look blurry, while hyperopia makes nearby objects look blurry. Myopia and hyperopia are refractive errors that can cause difficulties in daily life. Knowing the difference […]
Is Glaucoma Hereditary?
During a comprehensive eye exam, your optometrist will likely screen you for glaucoma. This screening process usually includes fairly in-depth questions about your family’s eye health history. One of the primary reasons for the questions is due to there being a hereditary component to your risk of developing glaucoma. It’s important to note that even […]
Why Are My Eyes So Sensitive to Light?
Light Sensitivity Your eyes are made for light. Light is an essential part of how vision operates. So how can our eyes become sensitive to light? Light sensitivity or photophobia can result from a minor eye condition or an eye emergency. However, if you experience sudden or increased light sensitivity, it can indicate a severe […]
