Learning about your eye health can be complicated – and might even seem overwhelming at first. To simplify things for our patients, we've created our Eye Health Library, a comprehensive library of vision-related information. We invite you to browse through our library to find information that will help you better understand how your vision works, common eye conditions, surgeries and how your vision changes as you age.
Your Eye Health
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Catching problems in their early stages can prevent vision loss. An eye exam can do this by catching things you haven’t yet noticed.
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Commonly called “lazy eye,” amblyopia can be treated successfully if detected early enough in childhood.
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Cataracts are a common cause of vision loss after age 55. Learn more about recognizing cataracts symptoms, protecting your eyes and understanding cataract surgery.
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Start here for an overview of the different types of surgery to correct myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism; and the merits and drawbacks of each.
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Learn about changes that occur to your eyes and your vision as you grow older - and what you can do to protect your eyesight.
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Make the most of your exams by knowing how often to get them, and what information to bring with you.
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Often mistakenly called “stigmatism,” this common vision problem can be corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses or refractive surgery.
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How does diabetes affect vision? What does diabetes mean for eyesight? Learn more about eye problems resulting from diabetes including diabetic retinopathy, the most common diabetic eye disease and a leading contributor to blindness for adults in America.
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An individualized program of eye exercises and other methods can treat non-refractive vision problems such as eye alignment and lazy eye.
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It’s the most popular vision correction surgery, by far. Learn what to expect before, during and after the procedure.
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Protect yourself from age-related eye problems and vision loss by following these simple tips.
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If you are over 40, already wear glasses, and your "arms aren't long enough" to read a newspaper, it's time for multifocal lenses.
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"One-size-fits-all" doesn't apply when it comes to eyewear. The best eyeglass lens solutions for work and play are those tailored specifically to your vision needs.
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Complications from LASIK are few, but they do happen. It’s important to understand the risks, and how to minimize them.
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Going to the eye doctor? Here’s what to expect, and what to remember.
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Vision problems can seriously affect the quality of life of America's seniors. Learn what you can do to prevent or cope with age-related vision loss.
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How often should your child's eyes be examined? What's the difference between a school vision screening and a comprehensive eye exam? and more.
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Red, swollen eyelids and crusty debris at the base of your eyelashes are signs you may have blepharitis.
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There is no need to advertise your age with bifocals or trifocals-choose progressive lenses.
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AIDS or other diseases that affect your immune system can increase your risk of serious eye problems from cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection.
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Knowing the expected milestones of your baby's vision development during their first year of life can ensure your child is seeing properly and enjoying their world to the fullest.
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Eye exams often begin by sharing information at the front desk, so be prepared.
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Successful LASIK surgeons get that way from experience and the ability to screen out poor candidates for the procedure. Here’s the list of what makes you a good candidate.
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Macular Degeneration is an eye disease that affects the portion of the eye responsible for processing fine detail and providing sharp central vision (called the macula).
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All about reading glasses, including why custom-made readers are superior to the pre-made variety from the drugstore.
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Contact lenses offer advantages in the areas of sports and self-esteem. But when is your child old enough for contacts?
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People with serious vision problems from an eye injury or disease affecting the front surface of the eye can often regain vision with a cornea transplant.
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An alternative to LASIK, PPK is a no-flpa eye surgery. Learn about the advantages and disadvantages, as well as what to expect.
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Developing a routine of regular visits to the eye doctor—for you, and your loved ones—is part of protecting and maintaining your healthy sight.
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You may want to ask some of these questions before or during your next eye exam.
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A number of relatively new procedures are addressing the age-related decrease in ability to focus on near objects, that was once correctable only with bifocals.
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The risk for dry eye increases with age, especially for women.
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These small lenses or optical devices are inserted into the cornea to alter its shape and correct vision problems.
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Are you bothered by red, itchy eyes? You may have allergies.
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Learn what common tests and procedures to expect during a routine eye exam.
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Sometimes because of disease or injury, the cornea becomes so damaged that problems cannot be corrected with eyeglasses, contacts, or refractive surgery such as LASIK.
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Certain types of contact lenses and eyeglasses may play a role in slowing the progression of myopia, or nearsightedness.
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A routine exam won’t provide some of the measurements and testing that are required to determine if your eyes are suitable for contact lens wear, and to generate your contact lens Rx.
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“Floaters” are usually normal and harmless. But if you notice a sudden increase in floaters or floaters accompanied by flashes of light, see your eye doctor immediately.
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Also called farsightedness, hyperopia is a common vision problem that can cause headaches, eyestrain and trouble reading.
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This eye disease causes the cornea to grow thinner and bulge forward in an irregular cone-shape. Treatment options range from gas permeable contact lenses to a cornea transplant.
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You may be given these common tests during a routine eye exam. Find out what you can expect.
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Low vision is the term used to describe reduced eyesight that cannot be fully corrected with eyeglasses, contact lenses or eye surgery. The primary causes of low vision are eye diseases, but low vision also can be inherited or caused by an eye or brain injury.
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It's important to understand the relationship between your eyes and any medications you may currently be using.
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Also called nearsightedness, myopia is a very common vision problem, affecting up to one-third of the U.S. population.
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You’ve heard of high blood pressure, but what about high eye pressure?
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While certainly not a complete eye care dictionary, the EyeGlass Guide Glossary covers many of the common eye care conditions, terms and technology you’ll commonly discuss with your eye care professional.
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If you have light sensitive eyes, you might be experiencing photophobia.
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Healthy Sight isn’t a slogan; it’s a way of life that enhances your everyday vision while preserving the well being of your eyes. It means getting regular checkups.
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Pingueculae and pterygia are funny-looking words for growths on the surface of your eye.
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The human eye is a marvel of built-in engineering, combining reflected light, lens imaging capability, multiple lighting adjustments and information processing—all in the space of your eyeball. When working properly, the human eye converts light into impulses that are conveyed to the brain and interpreted as images.
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If you work in a hazardous environment like a construction zone or workshop, or participate in ball sports or extreme sports—sturdy, shatter-and-impact-resistant eyewear is a must. This is particularly important when considering eye protection for both children and adults.
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This acute and contagious form of conjunctivitis is particularly common among preschoolers and school-age children.
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Seeing clearly is just one part of your overall eye health. It’s important to have regular eye exams whether or not you wear glasses or contacts, and even if your vision is sharp. The articles below explain what problems can be spotted with an eye exam, what’s involved in a comprehensive exam, and special considerations for kids and contacts.
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Ptosis is a drooping eyelid. Surgery is usually required to correct this problem.
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Use these articles to proactively care for your child's eyes, spot potential trouble, and maximize the opportunity for crisp, convenient and healthy vision.
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Tired of wearing glasses or contact lenses? Today, several surgical methods can correct your eyesight and, in most cases, give you the freedom of seeing well without corrective lenses.
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A detached retina is a medical emergency. Learn the warning signs of a retinal detachment and what you can do to avoid permanent vision loss.
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Read more about some of the most common eye diseases including cataracts, diabetes, glaucoma and macular degeneration.
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These inherited disorders, commonly abbreviated as RP, cause progressive peripheral vision loss, night blindness and central vision loss.
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Eye problems can range from mild to severe; some are chronic, while others may resolve on their own, never to appear again. The articles below will give you a basic understanding of some of these problems and their implications. The cardinal rule is if your eyes don't look good, feel good or see well, you should visit your doctor.
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This common problem is simply an infected lid gland. Learn how to prevent and treat styes.
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If you are among the 85 million Baby Boomers in the United States and Canada (born between 1946 and 1964), you've probably noticed your eyes have changed. Most notably, presbyopia - the normal, age-related loss of near focusing ability - usually becomes a problem in our 40's, requiring new vision correction solutions. Learn about measures you can take to keep seeing clearly for years to come.
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This inflammatory eye disease can cause permanent vision loss if not promptly treated.
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Just as our physical strength decreases with age, our eyes also exhibit an age-related decline in performance - particularly as we reach our 60's and beyond. Some age-related eye changes are perfectly normal, but others may signal a disease process. It's important to recognize signs and symptoms, and perhaps even more important to mitigate the effects of aging with some simple and common-sense strategies.