While nearly everyone will experience dry eye at one time or another, many people experience chronic issues. If you have chronic symptoms such as burning, itching, stinging, or excessive tearing, you may have dry eye syndrome. Many factors can cause or contribute to this condition, such as wearing contacts or allergies. If you suffer from an autoimmune condition, it may…
While floaters, or spots, in your vision are usually harmless, there comes a time you may need to see an eye doctor to rule out something more serious. Let’s take a look at when you should contact your optometrist or ophthalmologist about the issue. What Causes Floaters? Over time the liquid in your eye, called the vitreous, can shrink and…
Oftentimes, our prescriptions have side effects of which we are unaware. Did you know there are medications that can cause or worsen cataracts? While these medications may be necessary, it is important you understand how that can affect your eye health, so you can stay on top of your conditions with your eye doctor. Scientists have not completely determined why…
As you age, the chances of suffering from cataracts increases. In fact, 50 percent of people experience cataract issues by the time they are 75 years old, so it is something many of us are likely to deal with in our lives. Cataracts occur when your eyes lens begins to cloud and impede your vision. To remove cataracts, doctors must…
Dry eye occurs when you do not produce enough tears to keep your eyes lubricated. This condition can be annoying and painful, and it is often a chronic issue for those who have it. While older adults are more prone to experiences dry eye, any age group can be affected. Let’s take a look at dry eye FAQs our eye…
A cataract is a defect in the eye that usually affects men and women in their later years. This condition is marked by an opaqueness in the lens of the eye that will, over time, result in a deterioration in a person’s vision. Cataracts can be dealt with by different methods, including cataract surgery in Boynton Beach. However, the condition…
While we all know we need a check-up once a year and a cleaning at the dentist twice a year, our eyes are one part of our bodies that we often overlook. Even if your eyes seem fine, it is recommended that you get a routine comprehensive eye examination from time to time as a preventative measure. But just how…
Cataracts happen when the lens in the eye behind the pupil and eyelid become clouded. Essentially, protein begins to pool in the eye, clouding the lens. This prevents light from getting through to the retina. There are different types of cataracts including nuclear cataracts, which cause the gradual hardening in the center (nucleus) of the lens, affecting the amount of…
One of the best and most unique gifts you can give this holiday season is the gift of sight. Almost 75 percent of the US population wears some sort of vision correction item, and nearly 85 percent wears sunglasses. An optical gift is thoughtful, helpful, and easily obtained at your nearest eye doctor in Boynton Beach. Top Reasons to Give…
Have you noticed fogginess of your vision, trouble with distance vision, or colors not being as bright as before? Is night driving an ordeal because of headlight glare? You may be suffering from cataracts. Behind the iris and pupil, the lens of the eye behaves much like a camera lens, projecting an image to the retina. The optic nerve transfers…
