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Eyestrain and Headaches
Sometimes when you use the computer for too long or read a book without giving your eyes rest, you may develop a headache. When you focus on something close for a long time, your eyes need to work harder in order to keep your vision clear. This excessive focusing may result in sore, tired eyes, […]
Holiday Preparations
Enjoying your holiday with peace of mind requires some planning. Here are a few tips from us, to help make your holiday as stress free as possible: Pack a spare pair of spectacles If you’re a contact lens wearer, consider switching to daily wear lenses for your holiday. If you’re not a contact lens wearer […]
EyeCare Awareness Month
It is EyeCare Awareness Month and this year the theme is “LOVE YOUR EYES”. Here are a few tips to help you do just that: Get your eyes tested regularly to make sure any sight threatening conditions are caught early. Wear UV protection at all times, whether as sunglasses, prescription sunglasses or blue coated spectacles. […]
Renu & Biotrue Contact Lens Solution Shortage
Struggling to find your contact lens solution and not sure what you can use as an alternative? Click the link below for more information. https://mailchi.mp/ee2e53b6fc0c/swimming-with-contact-lenses-10434081?fbclid=IwAR1MOqDmUt7YB4KlYx_L3P53o0zZ0cuvRHglqHirwIvH5Dl9v89Y0tW_qLU
Allergy Season
As spring approaches, allergies become more and more common. Red, itchy and teary eyes will be more common in the coming weeks, and with the pandemic, rubbing your eyes is not a good idea. If you get these symptoms, please consult so we can prescribe appropriate treatment.
Dry Eye Syndrome
Dry eye syndrome Dry eye syndrome is a chronic lack of lubrication on the surface of the eye, resulting in dry and uncomfortable eyes. It may occur at any age, but is more common in older people, menopausal women in particular. It may be caused by insufficient tear production or excessive tear evaporation. Excessive evaporation […]
Eye Whitening Drops
Decongestants These are drops that are meant to make your eyes “whiter”. The most popular here is Eye gene. It’s important to remember that these drops simply make your blood vessels thinner, therefore making your eyes look less red. They do not address what caused the redness in the first place. Conditions such as allergies, […]
Fluctuating Vision
Vision that fluctuates may be due to a variety of conditions. One of the first things I think of when I get a complaint of fluctuating vision is systemic conditions, more especially Diabetes. If you find that sometimes your vision is ok, other times it’s not, sometimes you need your specs, other times you don’t, […]
Itchy Eyes
Allergic conjunctivitis caused by eye allergies is very common. Eye allergies, like other types, can be triggered by allergens including pollen, animal dander and dust mites. The most common symptom of allergic conjunctivitis is itchy eyes, the eyes may also be teary and red. In some cases, cold-like symptoms may be present. Anti-allergy eye drops […]