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Eye Diseases, Eye Exams, Eye Health • December 3, 2024

Keratoconus vs Astigmatism: What’s the Difference?

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…

Eye Health • November 26, 2024

What is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye?

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…

A young woman sits in her home office working on a laptop. She holds her glasses and massages her nose to reduce eye strain.

Digital Eye Strain, Eye Health • September 16, 2024

How to Reduce Eye Strain from Computers

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…

Close up of a woman holding a scleral lens on one finger, gently placing it on her brown eye

Contact Lenses, Eaglet Eye Technology, Eye Health • July 18, 2024

What are Scleral Lenses?

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…

Older adult businesswoman smiling wearing glasses in a meeting.

Eye Health, Glasses • June 4, 2024

Can I Avoid Bifocals?

Aging is a natural part of life, and it often comes with changes in vision. Many people find themselves needing bifocal glasses as they age. If you're wondering whether you can steer clear of bifocals, you're not alone. It's a question many of us find ourselves asking as the candles on our birthday cake start…

child sitting on her mother's lap in the exam chair is having her eyes examined by the optometrist

Eye Exams, Eye Health • May 16, 2024

How Often Should I Have an Eye Exam?

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. The…

A woman experiencing allergies rubbing her eyes with both hands.

Dry Eye, Eye Health • March 15, 2024

Can Allergies Cause Dry Eyes?

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. Over-the-counter (OTC) eye allergy drops…

A pair of contact lenses on a reflective surface. The left lens is new and in good condition, while the right lens is expired and degraded

Contact Lenses, Eye Health • November 14, 2023

Do Contact Lenses Expire?

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.…

A woman sitting in a dark room squints due to eye strain from looking at her phone screen too long.

Digital Eye Strain, Eye Health • August 14, 2023

What is Digital Eye Strain?

We use digital devices for many activities, from reading emails to watching movies. But working, studying, gaming, or shopping with screens for too long can cause digital eye strain. 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…

A young boy in a red shirt rubbing his eyes

Children's Eye Care, Eye Health • July 6, 2023

5 Signs Your Child May Need to Visit the Eye Doctor

As a parent, your child’s health is your top priority. You take them for regular check-ups, ensure they eat healthy, and get plenty of exercise. It’s especially important to pay attention to any possible warning signs when it comes to their vision. Children rely heavily on their eyesight to learn, play, and explore the world…