While wearing times may vary by lens type, generally, most eye care professionals recommend wearing contact lenses for no more than 8—16 hours at a stretch. […]
How Long Should Contact Lenses Be Worn?
Atropine Eye Drops for Myopia: How Do They Work?
Atropine can help slow the progression of myopia by relaxing the eye’s focusing muscles and influencing the eye’s growth mechanisms. […]
How to Prevent Vision from Getting Worse
1) Regular eye exams
2) Reduced screen time
3) Wear sunglasses
4) Eat a healthy, balanced diet
5) Regular physical activity
6) Practice good eye hygiene
7) Prevent or treat dry eye disease
8) Recognize signs of vision problems
9) Wear protective eyewear when needed
10) Stay informed about your eye health […]
Should You Go to Urgent Care or the Eye Doctor for Eye Issues?
Eye emergencies include sudden or severe issues affecting your ocular health or overall vision. Urgent care is intended to handle […]
Can Not Wearing Glasses Cause Headaches?
For many eyeglass wearers, neglecting to wear glasses can cause headaches on top of blurry vision, even with mild prescriptions. […]
Can Eyelash Extensions Cause Styes?
Eyelash extensions themselves don’t directly cause styes—but they do increase the chances of developing one. […]
What Is Considered Perfect Vision?
Many consider “perfect” vision to be 20/20 vision, as determined by an eye exam, but there are other factors that can affect your vision not based on how well you can see. […]
Symptoms of Eye Damage from the Sun: What to Watch For
Symptoms of eye damage from the sun can include eye pain, light sensitivity, or seeing halos afterwards. The length and severity of exposure typically indicate the severity and exact symptoms you might experience. […]
Can Eye Strain Last for Months?
While the symptoms are typically temporary, lasting a few hours to a day, many wonder if eye strain can persist over months.
Addressing this concern requires a deep understanding of the causes, impacts, and mitigation strategies for prolonged eye strain. Eye strain can indeed last for months if the underlying causes are not addressed. […]
What Happens If You Use Expired Eye Drops?
Eye drops are designed for medicinal use, and they do expire. If you use expired eye drops, you’re significantly increasing your risk of infection, irritation, and even long-term vision damage. […]
