If you suffer from diabetes, then you are especially vulnerable to some eye-related conditions and complications. In particular, you have increased likelihood of developing cataracts and you are at risk of diabetic retinopathy. Diabetic retinopathy occurs when high...
Conjunctivitis – a very common condition – is a redness and inflammation of the thin layer of tissue that covers the front of the eye (the conjunctiva). Depending on the cause of the problem, other symptoms can include itchiness and watering of the eyes, and...
A cataract is a clouding of the part of your eye called the lens. This is a very common condition as we get older, and can occur in one or both eyes. Cataracts are usually painless, but they lead to a gradual worsening of your sight. Symptoms often include Things...
Understanding Blepharitis: A Common Eyelid Condition Blepharitis is a surprisingly common eye condition, yet one that many people haven’t heard of until they experience its irritating symptoms. Essentially, it’s an inflammation of the eyelids, specifically...
Understanding Astigmatism: A Common Vision Condition When you hear people talk about needing glasses for “astigmatism,” it often sounds more complex than simply being short-sighted or long-sighted. However, astigmatism is a very common and usually easily...
Amblyopia, commonly known as “lazy eye,” is a vision development disorder in which one eye fails to achieve normal visual acuity, even when corrective lenses like glasses or contact lenses are used. It’s not a problem with the eye itself in most...
