Both astigmatism and keratoconus affect the cornea and impact vision. They may seem similar at first, presenting similar vision issues like blurred vision, light sensitivity, and difficulty seeing at night. However, astigmatism is a common refractive error that can more easily be corrected with glasses, whereas keratoconus is a progressive eye condition requiring specialized treatment […]
Maintaining clear and comfortable vision is essential for navigating daily life, and for many, contact lenses provide the perfect balance of convenience and comfort. They’re discreet, hassle-free, and offer the perfect alternative to glasses. Annual contact lens exams help keep your prescription updated and make any necessary adjustments to your lenses to maintain optimal vision. […]
When your eyes are red, itchy, or irritated, it’s easy to assume you have pink eye (conjunctivitis). However, not all eye conditions with these symptoms are conjunctivitis. The most common conditions misdiagnosed as pink eye include allergic conjunctivitis, dry eye syndrome, blepharitis, iritis, and corneal ulcers. At Daniel Island Eye Care, our comprehensive eye exams […]
In today’s digital age, spending long hours in front of a computer is often unavoidable. Whether for work, school, or leisure, our eyes are constantly fixated on screens. This prolonged exposure can lead to digital eye strain, which affects many and causes discomfort, such as headaches, blurred vision, and dry eyes. Understanding digital eye strain […]
Contact lenses can be challenging to wear for people with irregular cornea shape, severe dryness, and some eye diseases. Many people turn to scleral lenses as a solution, as they are bigger than regular contact lenses, resting on the whites of your eyes and allowing them to be used for extended periods. They’re gas-permeable, allowing […]
The short answer? It might be possible, depending on several factors such as the nature of your vision problems and how well your eyes can adapt to other corrective measures such as contact lenses. […]
Understanding when to schedule an eye exam is important for maintaining healthy vision and catching potential health and ocular conditions issues early. There are different eye exams to address different concerns.
The frequency of eye exams for children, adults, and seniors varies depending on age, underlying health conditions, and risk factors for eye diseases. […]
Many of us are familiar with that itching, burning sensation in the eyes that often coincides with the arrival of spring. With the increase in pollen and other allergens, allergy season is a common nemesis for many. But beyond the sniffles and sneezes, allergies can provoke a lesser-known culprit—dry eyes. […]
If you wear contact lenses, you may have wondered if they expire. If so, you’re not alone. Many people who use contacts for clear vision have asked themselves this same question. But, due to an overload of conflicting information, it can be challenging to get a straightforward answer. Yes, your contacts have an expiration date. […]
Digital eye strain is a condition that can cause a cluster of symptoms related to prolonged exposure to digital screens, including eye fatigue, dry eyes, and headaches. […]
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