by itadmin | Nov 15, 2018 | Eye Conditions
“Bloodshot” eyes are eyes that appear red and irritated. This phenomenon is caused by blood vessels becoming dilated near the surface of the eye. Most people have the experience at some point of looking into the mirror and being greeted by their own red, bloodshot...
by itadmin | Aug 8, 2018 | Eye Conditions
Nystagmus is a condition in which the eyes move around uncontrollably and the sufferer is not able to focus their eyes on command. The Nystagmus definition specifies that the eyes make repetitive movements that are not controlled. These movements can be circular, side...
by itadmin | Jul 18, 2018 | Eye Conditions
A scratched cornea is one of the most common types of eye injuries. The cornea is the clear top layer of the eye, which covers the iris and the pupil. A healthy and intact cornea is extremely important to allow the eye to focus light and maintain clear vision. While...
by itadmin | Jun 28, 2018 | Eye Conditions, Resources, Vision Related Products
What is dry eye? Dry eye is a condition that occurs when not enough tears are produced, or the tears that are produced are of poor quality. Tears are important because they help keep the surface of the eye healthy and smooth to maintain good vision and comfort. Dry...
by itadmin | Jun 27, 2018 | Eye Conditions
Glaucoma is an eye disease of damage to the optic nerve and leads to permanent vision loss. The damage is most commonly caused by a build up of pressure within the eye, also known as intraocular pressure. Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness. Eyes contain a clear...
by itadmin | Jun 20, 2018 | Eye Conditions
Hyperopia, also known as farsightedness, is a common vision condition. The hyperopia medical definition explains that it is a vision condition in which people can see distant objects clearly, but struggle to focus on close up objects. It is also sometimes referred to...