High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a well-known risk factor for various health issues, including eye health. Elevated blood pressure can cause significant changes and damage to the eyes over time. Here are four ways high blood pressure can impact your eye health.
Factors That Increase Your Risk of Developing Keratoconus
Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the cornea thins and bulges into a cone shape, leading to distorted vision. Understanding the factors that can increase your risk of developing this condition is crucial for early detection and management. Here are some key factors that may elevate your chances of developing keratoconus.
Debunking 4 Popular Myths About Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
Amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye, is a condition where one eye doesn’t develop proper vision. Despite its prevalence, several myths about this condition can lead to misunderstandings and misinformation. Let’s clear up four common misconceptions about it to better understand this condition and its treatment.
Why Did My Eye Prescription Change?
If you’ve noticed that your vision has become blurry, or your glasses or contacts no longer seem to be working as well as before, it’s likely that your eye prescription has changed. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the factors behind the shift in your vision is essential to maintaining your eye health. […]
Should I Be Concerned About Sudden Blurred Vision?
Sudden blurred vision can be concerning. While it’s often due to minor issues like eyestrain while using digital devices or wearing contact lenses, it could signal a more serious health concern in other cases. In this article, Northern Virginia Doctors of Optometry offers essential information about sudden blurred vision to help ease your concerns and help […]
Is Sunlight Good or Bad for My Eyes?
Sunlight plays a crucial role in our daily lives, not just by keeping our planet warm or making things visible but also through its significant effects on our health, including eye health. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits of safe sun exposure and the risks associated with UV damage to our eyes.
Seeing Spots and “Cobwebs”? Here’s What They Are
When you start noticing unusual shapes like spots, dots, lines, or what appear to be “cobwebs” obstructing your field of vision, it’s a common reaction to feel concerned. These visual phenomena, commonly referred to as floaters, are experienced by many and often manifest as small, dark, shadowy shapes that drift across your vision. But what […]
Why Children Should Have Their Eyes Tested Yearly
Good vision is crucial for children’s overall development and daily functioning, especially in an educational environment. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the significant reasons why children should have their eyes tested yearly, drawing on insights from industry experts.
The Optometrist’s Role on Allergy-Related Dry Eye
Dry, itchy and red eyes are no fun. You may be too familiar with these uncomfortable symptoms if you suffer from allergies. Allergies can wreak havoc with your eyes, triggering a condition known as dry eye—when your eyes can’t produce enough tears or the right quality to stay adequately moistened. You read that correctly: allergies […]
Beat Screen Eye Strain With Blue Light Protection
We’ve all heard about the dangers of UV light, but there’s another type of light that we need to consider: blue light. You encounter blue light daily, from sunlight to digital devices like smartphones, tablets or computers. While not all blue light exposure is harmful, excessive amounts could impact your health, particularly your eyes. In […]
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