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Eye Facts

27
Sep

Top Causes for Blurry Vision in One Eye & What to Do

Blurred vision is a fairly common condition that usually doesn’t require urgent medical care. That being said, any type of blurry vision, be it sudden or constant, could be a sign of a life-threatening condition. Whenever you have any vision problems, you should have your eyes looked at by a professional. Medical Emergencies – Blurry Vision in One Eye Causes

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7
Nov

Flashing Lights in Eye: Top Causes & When to See a Doctor

Seeing occasional flashing lights in your eyes usually isn’t a serious problem. But repeated flashes in the form of bright spots, streaks of lightning, or shooting stars in the corner of your eye, or a sudden increase in floaters, can indicate a serious medical condition. If you experience these symptoms, you should seek medical attention right away. What Are the

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15
Jun

Everything You Need To Know About Eye Twitching

Why Is My Eye Twitching? Eye twitching is an involuntary blinking of your eye. It can range from a mild annoyance to a persistent disturbance. While this condition is typically harmless, it’s important to understand the reasoning behind your eye twitching in case there is an underlying issue at play. Keep reading this guide for everything you need to know

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10
Jun

Types of Common Vision Disorders

3 Common Vision Disorders & Their Treatments Ensuring our eyes stay healthy and our vision maintained is vital to our overall health, as vision impairment can impact quality of life. According to the CDC, people with vision problems are more likely to have heart problems, high blood pressure, depression, and diabetes. Yet with about 93 million people at risk for

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12
May

4 Common Causes of Vision Loss

What Are Common Causes of Impaired Eyesight in Michigan? According to the CDC, over 12 million people over the age of 40 are affected by vision impairment in the United States. This number includes 1 million who are completely blind and 3 million who have partial blindness. The main difference between the two is the ability to partially see, including

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16
Jun

Does Caffeine Affect Your Eyesight in Michigan?

Can Caffeine Affect Eyesight? Caffeine—it’s what many of us start our mornings off with and, for many more, how we recharge our afternoons. Caffeinated beverages are a delicious way of boosting your energy and stimulating the brain so that you’re awake, alert, and ready to seize the day. But can they be bad for your eyes? To some extent, caffeine

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27
May

Common Questions Patients Ask About Their Eyes

The experts at MEI have answers for you! Maintaining good eye health enables you to perform daily activities to the best of your ability. But it takes practice and knowing the right vision questions to ask. So, where do you start?  Turning to Google can be daunting: hundreds of different answers to your common vision questions can leave you confused

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5
Mar

Your Eyes: What They Say About Your Health

What Do Your Eyes Say About Your Health? It’s not that your eyes aren’t mesmerizingly beautiful, because they certainly are. But that’s not what makes us gaze deeply into them. The truth is, when we look into your eyes, we learn a lot about you – not on an emotional level but for medical treatment purposes. Allow us to explain.

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16
Aug

10 Questions to Ask A Michigan Eye Doctor/Ophthalmologist

What Questions Should You Ask Your Ophthalmologist About in Michigan? Your annual eye exam is the perfect time to learn more about various eye conditions, how to keep your eyes healthy, and general concepts related to the examination. You may have already asked your eye doctor questions over the years, but if not, the following are a few topics you

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27
Jul

How Many Eye Colors are There? A Michigan Eye Doctor Explains

Eye Color Guide While there is a limitless number of hues, shades, richness, and combinations of colors that make up your eye color, most people agree about how many eye colors there are in general. And that number is six: brown, hazel, blue, green, gray, and amber.  Looking for more information about eye health in Michigan? The Most Common Eye

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