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How to Choose Eyeglass Frames

A female optician helping a woman choose the right pair of glasses for herself.

Finding your next pair of eyeglass frames can be a fun way to explore your personality and style, but it can also sometimes be overwhelming. There are so many options available on the market, so it helps to consider factors like your face shape, budget, lifestyle, and other needs before you start shopping.  Whether you […]

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Is Blepharitis Contagious?

A person with blepharitis rubbing their itchy irritate eyes with the back of their hand

Dealing with blepharitis can be frustrating, especially if you’re worried about passing it on to others. While blepharitis itself isn’t contagious, the underlying causes, such as bacteria or mites, can sometimes spread in close-contact situations. Understanding the facts about blepharitis is key to managing symptoms and protecting your eye health. If you’re experiencing irritation or […]

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How I Cured My Ocular Rosacea

A person's face up close, eyes closed, with mild rosacea on the cheeks and lids.

Ocular rosacea affects many people, yet it remains a relatively unknown condition. It can be a perplexing and frustrating condition that takes time, patience, and a comprehensive approach to treat and manage.  There’s no cure for ocular rosacea which would completely get rid of it, but you can take steps and there are treatments to […]

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Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

A close-up image of an older adult's eye during a tonometry test to check for glaucoma.

Glaucoma is a complex eye condition that can lead to all kinds of vision problems. If left untreated glaucoma can lead to blindness. Conditions like glaucoma aren’t caused by one single thing—there are plenty of underlying factors that affect the likelihood of this condition. One key contributing factor to glaucoma is genetics. Glaucoma has a […]

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Does Myopia Get Worse With Age?

An eye doctor tests a young patient's vision to determine if they have worsening myopia.

Myopia is a prevalent condition among children and youth. Myopia typically stops progressing in early adulthood, but it can worsen with age, depending on a person’s eye health and lifestyle factors. Fortunately, there are several myopia control methods that your child’s eye doctor can incorporate in their eyecare plan to slow or stop myopia progression. […]

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Can Dry Eyes Cause Blurry Vision?

A young woman squinting to try and read her phone with blurry vision from dry eyes.

Have you noticed your vision becoming slightly blurred, especially after long periods in front of a computer screen? Perhaps surprisingly, dry eyes might be the culprit behind your discomfort. The link between dry eyes and blurry vision lies in the important role the tear film plays in ensuring clear vision. Dry eyes disrupt the tear […]

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Why Do I Wake Up with Dry Eye?

A woman waking up in the morning rubbing her dry irritated eyes.

Waking up with dry, irritated eyes is an all-too-common problem that can make your mornings uncomfortable. Several factors could be at play, such as: By identifying these potential causes and understanding their impact, you can take the right steps to improve your eye comfort, ensuring your mornings start on a brighter and more comfortable note.  […]

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