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October 18, 2022
By: Lifetime Vision and Eye Care
Eye infections cause eyes to become uncomfortable, red, itchy, or swollen. The leading causes of eye infections are fungi, bacteria, and viruses. Fortunately, eye infections are easy to detect, and you can get early treatment. Unlike other ocular conditions, they present warning symptoms before they cause damage. Some infections need treatment, while some will often resolve on their own.
September 7, 2022
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Healthy eyes are a vital part of good overall health. Many changes occur as people age, and these include vision changes. As you grow older, your vision will likely change, and you may experience eye issues.
August 29, 2022
By: Lifetime Vision and Eye Care
Many schools throughout the U.S. conduct vision screenings as a service. The screenings aim to identify vision issues that may affect academic performance. They seek to identify kids who may have undiagnosed vision disorders and refer them to eye care professionals for further evaluation. However, they aren't reliable for getting the full picture.
July 13, 2022
By: Lifetime Vision and Eye Care
UV exposure is a constant threat to the well-being of your eyes. UVA rays from the sun have low-energy radiation that can harm your central vision because they can damage your macula. The rays are very prevalent, though UVB rays are the most dangerous of the two. It damages the cornea and eye lens and causes sunburns.
July 14, 2022
By: Lifetime Vision And Eyecare
Cataract is a leading causing of blindness in the U.S. and is estimated to affect more than 22 million Americans. June is cataract awareness month – a month that many eye doctors dedicate to helping people understand what cataracts are, how to spot them and what they can do if they are affected.
May 12, 2022
By: Lifetime Vision and Eye Care
Glaucoma is an eye condition characterized by optic nerve damage. The damage stems from a buildup of fluid in the eye, putting pressure on it. If not treated, the condition can lead to permanent loss of vision.
April 30, 2022
By: Lifetime Vision And Eyecare
You are most likely reading this on a digital device, which means you are no stranger to blue light. Most people spend a lot of time working behind computers and digital devices these days. You need to know about the blue light that you encounter. If you find yourself experiencing difficulties with your vision, it may be due to the blue light. You can find out what blue light is and how it can harm the eyes.
March 8, 2022
By: Lifetime Vision and Eye Care
A baby’s eyesight is yet to form fully. Over time, children learn to see as their brains develop. Pathways between their brain and eyes continue to develop as they grow. For the process to proceed smoothly, both eyes need to develop correctly. Any vision interference, such as a refractive error or blurry vision, means there is an absent or improper stimulation of the pathways between the eyes and brain.
February 17, 2022
By: Lifetime Vision and Eye Care
Are you thinking about switching to contact lenses? If so, you are not alone. According to the American Optometric Association, millions of Americans wear contact lenses. Contact lenses help correct various refractive errors. These include presbyopia, astigmatism, farsightedness, and nearsightedness.
January 06, 2022
By: Lifetime Vision and Eye Care
Punctum plugs are small devices that block the drainage of the tear ducts. They help relieve the symptoms of chronic dry eye. They do this by dealing with a low quantity of tears. Doctors use the process of punctal occlusion surgery to insert these plugs.