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What Causes a Swollen Eyelid? Looking in the mirror first thing in the morning can be a shocking experience when you have a swollen eyelid. Whether you have a small bump or your eyelid is completely swollen, you’re probably wondering what caused the swelling. These conditions are often to blame for swollen eyelids: Allergies Allergies […]

The Causes, Treatments, and Prevention of a Chalazion Are you wondering what the red bump on your upper or lower eyelid is? A chalazion could be to blame. What Causes a Chalazion? A chalazion forms when a meibomian gland at the edge of your eyelid becomes clogged. These glands make oils that moisturize your eyes

Hate Wearing Reading Glasses? Presbyopia Eye Drops Could Improve Your Age-Related Vision Problem Until recently, reading glasses or multi-focal lenses were the only options for vision changes due to presbyopia, an age-related problem that makes near objects look blurry. Fortunately, that’s changed with the introduction of new type of prescription eye drops. How Presbyopia Affects

Are You Ready to Celebrate Healthy Vision Month? Good vision is essential for everything you do from using the computer to playing or watching your favorite sport or TV show. Healthy Vision Month, an annual event held in May, encourages Americans to appreciate and safeguard their vision. 9 ways to protect your vision Healthy Vision

Want to Protect Your Children’s Vision? Encourage These Healthy Eye Habits Good vision is essential for everything your child does, from riding a bike to tying his or her shoes to mastering math facts. Encouraging your kids to adopt these healthy eye habits will decrease their risk of eye injuries and may even help them

Glaucoma and You: The Importance of Eye Exams Has it been a while since you’ve seen the optometrist? You may be putting your vision at risk if you haven’t been scheduling regular eye exams. In addition to updating your contact lens or eyeglass prescription during your visit, your eye doctor also performs a glaucoma test.

Signs You May Have Macular Degeneration Macular degeneration can cause changes that affect your central vision. This age-related eye disease is one of the most common reasons why people experience vision loss, according to the National Eye Institute. Recognizing the signs and symptoms of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can help you get the care you

Summertime Allergies and Your Eyes Allergies may be to blame if your eyes feel itchy and uncomfortable during the summer months. Fortunately, you don’t always have to stay indoors to keep your summer allergies under control. Your optometrist can recommend eye drops and other treatment options that will soothe your symptoms. What Causes Summer Eye

Treatment Options for Presbyopia Reading glasses aren’t the only option if you’re struggling to read the fine print due to presbyopia. Contact lenses, refractive surgery, or special eye drops could also help you see close objects clearly. Your optometrist can help you choose the best solution for you. How Presbyopia Affects Your Vision Have you

Feeling Anxious or Depressed After Vision Loss? It’s only natural to feel anxious, depressed, or upset when a disease or injury damages your eyesight. After all, losing some or all of your vision is a major, life-changing event. Signs of Mental Health Issues Although everyone experiences mental health problems a little differently, some signs are