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Patient with an eye patch being examined by a medical professional.

Eye Care, Eye Conditions, Eye Health • June 10, 2025

When to Seek Emergency Eye Care: Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore

Sudden vision changes, sharp eye discomfort, or trauma to the eye are more than irritating. These symptoms can point to an eye problem that needs immediate care. Knowing when an eye issue is an emergency could be the difference between preserving your sight and risking permanent damage. If you experience sudden vision loss, injury, or…

A person adjusts their swim goggles before swimming in a pool.

Contact Lenses, Eye Care, Eye Health • April 14, 2025

Can You Swim with Contact Lenses?

If you wear contact lenses, you might have wondered whether it’s okay to swim while wearing them. The short answer is no, it’s not recommended to swim with contact lenses. Although swimming with contacts might seem like a convenient way to keep your vision clear, it can actually put your eyes at risk. The Risks…

An optometrist holds their hands out to the camera, with a pair of glasses in one hand and a contact lens case in the other.

Contact Lenses, Eye Care, Eye Health • September 16, 2024

Are Glasses & Contact Lens Prescriptions The Same?

When switching from glasses to contact lenses, many people assume that glasses prescriptions are the same as contact lens prescriptions. After all, they’re going onto the same eyes, right? However, glasses and contact lens prescriptions aren’t the same. Glasses and contact lenses have to be prescribed differently because of how one sits on your face…

An older adult man sitting a couch and holding his glasses in his left hand as he rubs his right eye using his right hand

Eye Disease, Eye Health • May 6, 2024

What Is the Difference Between Glaucoma and Cataracts?

What Is the Difference Between Glaucoma & Cataracts? Eye conditions are common, but they aren’t always the simplest. They can cause anything from blurry vision to light sensitivity, and in some cases, they can even cause total vision loss. This is why it’s essential to learn the difference between eye conditions; this way, you can…

Close-up of an older man undergoing an eye exam as an optometrist holds an imaging device up to his right eye

Eye Care, Eye Disease, Eye Health • January 23, 2024

Is Diabetic Retinopathy Reversible?

The human eye is a remarkably sensitive organ, and it can be affected by plenty of different conditions, including diabetes. If you have diabetes, you may be at risk of developing a condition called diabetic retinopathy. This is a condition that can cause long-term damage to your eyes if you aren’t careful, and requires regular…

A woman optometrist is employing an ophthalmoscope to examine the eyes of an elderly male patient as part of a glaucoma screening.

Eye Disease, Eye Health • December 18, 2023

Can an Optometrist Diagnose Glaucoma?

Glaucoma is a serious eye condition that can lead to blindness. It affects the optic nerve, which sends information to the brain about what we see. Unfortunately, glaucoma typically has no symptoms until it’s in the advanced stages, which is why this condition is often referred to as the "silent thief of sight." However, just…

A close-up of a woman inserting a contact lens

Contact Lenses, Eye Health • November 6, 2023

Can You Wear Daily Contacts for More than a Day?

An alternative to eyeglasses can be a game-changer for those with vision problems. Contact lenses provide clear and comfortable vision with added benefits. They come in various types, correcting various vision problems, with 3 common options: disposable, extended-wear, or rigid gas-permeable (RGP) lenses. Daily disposable lenses are particularly popular because of their convenience and hygienic…

A woman getting her eyes examined by an eye care professional.

Eye Care, Eye Disease, Eye Health • August 31, 2023

What Diseases Can Be Detected in an Eye Exam?

A comprehensive eye exam is more than just a chance for your optometrist to ensure you have an up-to-date prescription for crisp, clear vision—although they do this too. An eye exam is also a great chance for your eye doctor to detect various eye diseases and conditions in their early stages. Cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma,…

Graphical representation of eye floaters. A cross section of an eye with small floaters inside the vitreous fluid, is shown to project the floaters as what someone would see.

Eye Care, Eye Health • April 14, 2022

What Doctor Do I See for Eye Floaters?

What Doctor Do I See for Eye Floaters? Eyecare is an essential part of everyday life, whether that means keeping up with your eye exams or needing any specialty eye care procedures. An aspect of taking care of your eyes is dealing with any issues that may come up and consulting your optometrist about it.…

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