It’s no mystery that proper sleep is vital for many aspects of our health. A lack of sleep could lead to problems such as dry eye because the eyes do not get adequate time to rest and restore themselves. This lack of rejuvenation can lead to a lack of tear production or poor-quality tears. If […]
We know you’re busy! So when your body isn’t keeping up with you by making sure your eyes are moisturized and happy, dry eye irritation can be frustrating to deal with. Dry eyes happen when your tears aren’t providing enough lubrication for your eyes. This can be due to a variety of factors such as […]
Dry eyes can be more than an inconvenience, affecting your quality of life. Contact lenses may be uncomfortable or difficult to wear with dry eyes. If you have dry eyes, can you wear contact lenses at all? Continue reading to learn more about dry eye syndrome, including if you can wear contacts while having this […]
Assessing if your eyes are healthier enough to wear contact lenses is a part of every contact lens exam. Yet, experiencing slight dryness or developing dryness later shouldn’t prevent you from making your contacts work. Dry eye therapy can help you get your symptoms under control and protect your eye health. Then, you can feel […]
If you ever wonder why your eyes seem dry and itchy all the time, you may be dealing with chronic dry eye disease—also known simply as dry eye. It’s easy to recognize most symptoms of dry eye, in most cases. However, a comprehensive eye exam is the best way for the eye doctor to figure […]
Are your eyes red and itchy? Do you notice red lines or spots in the white part of your eyes? Is your vision blurred? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be experiencing ocular rosacea. You may have heard of rosacea, a skin disease that causes redness and bumps on your […]
Dry eyes and floaters both affect the eyes and are common eye ailments. Millions of people experience both of these conditions, but they are not linked. Dry eyes and floaters have different causes and yet can be present together. Symptoms of dry eyes and floaters can be uncomfortable, irritating, and aggravated by medical conditions. Speak […]
The primary cause of early wrinkles is overexposure to UV light, which presents as fine lines or creases appearing around the eyes, face, and neck. One way to limit the amount of exposure and sun damage to the eyes is to wear sunglasses. Another way to reduce wrinkles or improve the tone and texture of […]
Clogged meibomian glands can occur for a number of reasons, resulting in dry, irritated eyes. When your eyes can’t produce enough adequate tears, your eyes can feel incredibly uncomfortable. Your meibomian glands are responsible for producing a special oil that prevents your eyes from dehydrating too quickly. When these glands are affected, your eyes are […]
When it comes to eye care, your comfort is vital. The appearance of dry and itchy eyes can shake that comfort and be stressful to deal with. Bringing up any issues with your optometrist is essential to alleviate eye care concerns as soon as possible. But why do you have dry and itchy eyes? Let’s […]
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