We’ve all heard of the term 20/20 vision several times in the past. But what does this really mean? We’ve heard our opticians, friends and colleagues talk about 20/20 vison but we didn’t really understand how this works and what it means. Let’s find out. The 20/20 Vision If someone has 20/20 vision, they can... Continue Reading →
If you've been experiencing headaches, blurry vision, and eye strain, it could be because of refractive errors of the eye which you are not even aware of. The symptoms of refractive errors are very similar to eye strain and many people simply attribute the discomfort to the latter. If you are suffering from any of... Continue Reading →
The UV rays of the sun leave damaging effects on the skin as well as the eyes. While people are vigilant to its impact on their skin, they are still negligent of the sun's detrimental effect on their eyes. Ultraviolet Rays and Eye Problems The sun is said to emit ultraviolet rays in three waves,... Continue Reading →
Ultraviolet rays, as we all know, are extremely harmful to the human body overall. UV light rays can adversely affect the eyes as well. It penetrates the cornea and passes right into the retina causing irreversible damage. It is one of the leading causes of eye diseases such as cataracts and photokeratitis. Ultraviolet rays can... Continue Reading →
In order to avoid wearing eyeglasses, many people with refractive errors of the eye veer towards contact lenses. However, lenses come with a lot of extra upkeep and cannot be worn in certain situations such as when swimming or when it's too dusty outside. Carrying an emergency pair of eyeglasses is always recommended considering: You... Continue Reading →
Your eyes are sensitive and important organs. They help take you through the day while being exposed to the same environment you are. It isn’t uncommon to feel an itch and reach to gently rub the eyes. However vigorously or frequently performing this action is a poor decision. Here are five reasons why. Infection gets... Continue Reading →
Did you know that those eye problems that begin as seemingly harmless may eventually develop into severe eye diseases as you near the age of 50 and beyond? While some eye problems result from the natural aging process, others can develop due to carelessness toward eye health. How can you take care of your eyes?... Continue Reading →
Eyes, like other parts of your body, demand preventative awareness. It is imperative to keep them healthy to ward-off diseases that may threaten your vision and eventually result in blindness. Most Common Eye Disorders The 5 most common disorders that may lead to irreversible damage if not taken care of are- Cataract A cataract is... Continue Reading →
The human eye, as we all know is one of the most fragile and delicate sensory organs, and is constantly exposed to various harmful elements, barring the time when we sleep and rest them. Vision damage has become a cause for concern today, and it is incumbent upon us to take cognizance of the looming... Continue Reading →
Very often we overlook the permanent toxic effects our harmless-sounding habits or careless lifestyle may have on our health. Skipping nutritious meals for junk food, facing the heat of the sun without any protective guard, skipping periodical appointments with our optometrist or constantly keeping eyes glued to the screens can take a severe toll on... Continue Reading →
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