Blepharitis is a common condition, that results in inflammation affecting the eyelids, and eyelashes. Symptoms of blepharitis include redness, irritation, crusting, and a dry or sandy feeling in the eyes and eyelids. In most cases, this condition does not cause damage to one's vision. Typical causes of this condition include bacterial infections, allergic reactions, excessive oil production by glands in the eyelid, or poor eyelid hygiene. If you are experiencing symptoms of Blepharitis, contact your eye care professional to schedule an eye examination.
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Blepharitis
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Ocular surface disease
Ocular surface diseases are disorders of the surface of the cornea, the transparent layer that forms the front of the eye. These diseases include dry eye syndrome, meibomian gland dysfunction, blepharitis, rosacea, allergies, scarring from glaucoma medications, chemical burns, and immunological conditions. Ocular surface diseases can severely affect eyesight and quality of life. Symptoms may include blurry vision, discomfort or pain, redness and itching, and in severe cases, blindness due to corneal scarring. Unfortunately, cases often go undiagnosed and untreated due to a lack of understanding of symptoms and inaccurate evaluation.
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Presbyopia
When we are young, the lens inside of our eye is extremely flexible, and allows us to easily focus on close objects. Over time, the lens gradually loses its flexibility, which makes it difficult to focus on close objects. This condition is called Presbyopia, and it is a normal part of the aging process that happens to everyone, even those who have never had a vision problem before.
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Glaucoma
In a healthy eye, a balance exists between the fluid produced, and the fluid that leaves the eye. This balance keeps the eye pressure at a healthy level. In order to maintain balance the eye has a built-in drainage system. This drainage system controls the inflow and outflow of fluids, which is responsible for nourishing the eye. The eye's drainage system works a lot like a sink. Fluid is produced from the faucet and exits through the drain. If a blockage develops in the eye's drainage system, or if fluid is produced faster than it can escape - an overflow will occur. In the eye, this overflow causes the pressure to elevate. The optic nerve is most vulnerable to damage from elevated pressure. Continuous elevated pressure or spikes in pressure can damage the optic nerve. If left untreated, damage to the optic nerve can lead to vision loss and even blindness. The main goals of glaucoma surgery are to reduce eye pressure and prevent vision loss. When treating glaucoma one option to reduce pressure, is to turn off the faucet. Another option to reduce pressure is to remove the blockage that's slowing the fluid from escaping. And the final option for reducing pressure is to create a new channel for the fluid to escape through. Your doctor will recommend the best option for you.
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Color blind tests: Do you see colors as they really are?
Original Article Source Credits: All About Vision , https://www.allaboutvision.com/
Article Written By: Gary Heiting, OD
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What Causes Dry Eyes?
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Original Article Posted on: September 12, 2020
Link to Original Article: https://www.webmd.com/eye-health/eye-health-dry-eyes
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What is myopia control?
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Article Written By: Beth Longware Duff
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Ocular Migraines
An ocular migraine occurs when blood vessels in part of the brain responsible for vision temporarily spasm.
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Vitamins and Supplements for Macular Degeneration
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Article Written By: Sherry Christiansen
Original Article Posted on: August 20, 2020
Link to Original Article: https://www.verywellhealth.com/vitamins-and-supplements-for-macular-degeneration-5069858
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Eye Hygiene (Eyegiene) for Better Eye Health
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Article Written By: Diana Nguyen
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The COVID-19 vaccine: Will it affect your vision?
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Article Written By: John Egan and Adam Debrowski
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Link to Original Article: https://www.allaboutvision.com/en-ca/coronavirus/covid-vaccine-side-effects-vision/
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Symptoms of Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Article Written By: Sherry Christiansen
Original Article Posted on: November 24, 2020
Link to Original Article: https://www.verywellhealth.com/wet-amd-symptoms-5025052
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Ultraviolet (UV) radiation and your eyes
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Article Written By: Gary Heiting, OD
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7 Ways to Ease Computer Vision Syndrome
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Article Written By: Kirsten Nunez
Original Article Posted on: March 4, 2021
Link to Original Article: https://www.healthline.com/health/eye-health/computer-vision-syndrome
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What is dry eye?
Do your eyes feel irritated or like something is in them? Are you experiencing redness, burning, excessive tearing, or occasional blurry vision? You may have dry eye, a common condition where your eyes do not produce enough tears. Sometimes, the only symptom of dry eye is recurring blurred vision. Because there are many possible causes of dry eye, we gather a patient health history to better understand your risk.
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The Basics of Contact Lens Hygiene
Original Article Source Credits: Verywell Health , https://www.verywellhealth.com/
Article Written By: Troy Bedinghaus, OD
Original Article Posted on: July 25, 2020
Link to Original Article: https://www.verywellhealth.com/contact-lens-hygiene-3421642
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Causes and Risk Factors of Macular Degeneration
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Article Written By: Troy Bedinghaus, OD
Original Article Posted on: August 23, 2020
Link to Original Article: https://www.verywellhealth.com/macular-degeneration-causes-risk-factors-3421731
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Dry macular degeneration
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Article Written By: Mayo Clinic Staff
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All About the Eye: Structure, Function, and Common Conditions
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Article Written By: the Healthline Editorial Team
Original Article Posted on: July 6, 2018
Link to Original Article: https://www.healthline.com/health/eye-health#eye-anatomy
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Ocular Allergies
If your eyes are itching, tearing, burning, or red you may have eye allergies, or what doctors call allergic conjunctivitis. Allergies develop when the body's immune system becomes sensitized to something such as pollen, dust, pet dander, or mold. These are called allergens, and there are many potential allergens in our environment that can come into contact with our eyes.
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