Eye surgery is a procedure that involves the correction or improvement of various eye conditions. There are several reasons why someone might need eye surgery, ranging from cosmetic improvements to correcting vision problems and addressing serious eye diseases. Here is what you need to know about eye surgery, including the different kinds, what to expect from the process and knowing when to see an optometrist. Correcting Vision Problems With Eye Surgery
31 March 2023
Your eyes will experience sickness and other problems as you age, just like the rest of your body. Sometimes, you develop eye health complications while still young. Eyesight is an important sense, which is why you should always have your eyes assessed. Some of the common symptoms that you're developing eye problems include a change in eye colour, double vision, floaters and clouded vision. Some people also experience redness of the eyes, sudden loss of vision and unusual sensitivity to light.
26 August 2022
Orthokeratology, also called ortho-K, is a common corrective treatment for people who are nearsighted or far-sighted. Read on to find out more! How does orthokeratology work? Orthokeratology works by gently reshaping the cornea (the clear front window of your eye) to correct nearsightedness or farsightedness. To get started with ortho-K, an optometrist will first measure your eyes and choose the correct type of lens that will reshape your cornea. Then you'll be fitted with the ortho-K lenses that you wear at night for several nights in a row.
27 October 2021
Having diabetes can easily be seen as an ongoing struggle against the many side effects and symptoms that can stem from the condition. From blood pressure issues in your extremities to problems with your other organs, there is much to be on the lookout for, so your eyesight can slip from your focus. The problem is that diabetes can affect a lot of things to do with your eyesight, not the least of which is diabetic retinopathy.
24 February 2021
If you have any eye problems, for example, blurry vision, blindness, cloudy vision, long-sightedness, short-sightedness, sore eyes, etc., it does not mean that you need eye surgery. You need to visit an optometrist for diagnosis first. Based on what the optometrist finds, he or she might treat you using eye drops, oral medication, recommend prescription glasses and refer you to an optician or refer you to an ophthalmologist for eye surgery.
29 July 2020
Eyes are one of the most important organs of your body. Just like the skin, they are exposed to many factors such as dust, foreign objects, injuries, bacteria and viruses that cause grave infections. One of the illnesses of the eyes is cataracts. Here is what you need to know about them: What Is A Cataract? A cataract is the clouding of the eye on the part behind your pupil and iris.
28 January 2019
If you've been getting headaches recently that prompted you to visit the optician, you may have been told to think about a future wearing eyeglasses. This is a totally new world for you, but the good news is that you will usually have a very wide choice when it comes to both the style of the frame and the type of lens for your glasses. What do you need to consider?
9 March 2018
Seeing an optometrist can be needed for more than just getting new prescription glasses; an eye doctor will check the health of your eyes, and note developing cataracts, glaucoma, and other serious eye conditions. Early treatment of these and other eye diseases, like so many other health concerns, might increase your risk of reducing damage to your eyes. Of course, getting new glasses can also be a very good reason to visit an optometrist!
23 February 2018
Diabetic retinopathy is the most serious eye condition associated with diabetes, and it occurs when the blood vessels in the retina become blocked. They start to leak due to the pressure, which can lead to loss of vision if not properly treated. The condition can only be diagnosed by a qualified eye doctor, and despite being one of the leading causes of blindness in adults, it often goes unnoticed, especially by those who do not know they are diabetic.
21 February 2018
Many individuals give little thought as to the health of their eyes, only seeing an optometrist or other healthcare professional when they start to have problems with their vision or notice that their eyes sting, are overly dry or otherwise seem irritated. However, caring for your eye health and seeing an optometrist regularly can mean preserving your vision as you age, and can also mean spotting problems or eye conditions as they develop, allowing you to have those conditions treated and, in turn, reducing your risk of vision loss.
20 February 2018
