General Eye Care
Preventing & Diagnosing Ocular Migraine
Are you experiencing headaches accompanied by vision loss or blind spots? This could be an ocular migraine, also known as retinal migraine. These are rare occurrences and typically only happen in one eye. However, if you’re experiencing them in both eyes, you should seek immediate treatment. The vision issues associated with ocular migraines usually only last about an hour or
Does Caffeine Affect Your Eyesight in Michigan?
Can Caffeine Affect Your Eyes 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,
Halloween Contact Lenses: Scarier Than They Look
Using Halloween Contact Lenses to Enhance a Costume Who are you going to be this Halloween? Bella from “Twilight”? Pennywise from “It”? Maybe even Regan from the classic “The Exorcist”? Once you know the look you want for this Halloween, you might consider making the costume especially gruesome and effective with Halloween contact lenses or special effects contact lenses. If
Ocular Rosacea: Treatment, Symptoms, and Causes
Ocular rosacea is a condition that many people can mistake for a variety of other eye problems, such as seasonal allergies or dry eye. Once your eye doctor identifies the cause of your symptoms, however, the better your ocular rosacea treatment options will be. What Is Ocular Rosacea? You may have heard of rosacea, which generally causes redness on the cheeks,
Don’t Make Waves: Protect Your Eyes When Swimming
Summer fun usually includes more time spent in the water, whether in a pool or at the beach. Don’t let irritating eyes ruin your day in the sun. There are ways to protect your eyes when swimming. Protect Your Eye Health When it comes to pools and the chlorine to keep them clean, our eyes can take a hit. There’s a thin layer
Pediatric Eye Exam & Ophthalmologists in Michigan
Some children aren’t brought to a pediatric optometrist until after their parents or teachers notice that they seem to be having trouble with their vision. This means that unfortunately, the child has often already spent years struggling with eye problems. Not only can this cause the eye problems to worsen, but it can also impair a child’s ability to further
Astigmatism Treatment
Astigmatism is a common vision condition that affects many people around the world. It occurs when the cornea or lens of the eye is not perfectly round, causing blurred or distorted vision. In this blog post, we will explore what causes astigmatism, what it is, and how astigmatism is treated. What Is Astigmatism? Astigmatism is a common vision problem that
Headaches and Eye Pain: Learn How and Why They Are Related
Whether you experience frequent or occasional headaches, you may not realize that your eyes could actually be the cause. You may have even suffered a headache that affected your vision, which is a common phenomenon during migraines. But why? Let’s explore the relationship between headaches and eye pain, what eye conditions could be causing your headaches, and what you can
3D Movies and Your Eyes: All the Facts
There is little dispute that 3D movies are a treat for your eyes. Getting involved in a big screen movie is taken to a new level with the power of 3D. The technology is developed to make it appear that the action is actually coming out of the screen. When it’s done properly, the audience feels like they are a
Corneal Abrasion: How to Treat a Scratched Eye
A corneal abrasion, or scratched eye, is one of the most common conditions that bring people to the eye doctor. The problem is that it can happen anywhere, at any time. Although usually the symptoms aren’t severe, it’s important to take precautions to avoid making it worse. What Is A Corneal Abrasion? A corneal abrasion is simply defined as a
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