Eyeglasses can be expensive and are often not fully covered by vision insurance, according to "Ophthalmic Lenses & Dispensing." Therefore, when you find that your eyeglass lenses have become scratched, you are likely not eager to have the...
Eyeglass wearers can combine fashionable frames with superior lenses for the best in vision correction. Whatever your prescription, technological advances have made a variety of lens types available. Your optical professional can guide you to the...
More than 24 million people in the U.S. wear contact lenses, notes the University of Michigan's Kellogg Eye Center. Contact lens exams are different than examinations for glasses. During a contact exam, the eye is measured and other tests are done...
Contact lenses can cause a variety of eye disorders, depending on the type of contact lens worn, cleaning solutions, hygiene, fit and wearing schedule. According to “The Eye Book,” complications that are caused by contact lenses are...
Hard contact lenses, also known as Rigid Gas Permeable lenses, are made of a hard plastic that allow oxygen to reach your eyes. Hard contacts do a better job of correcting some vision problems than soft lenses. When you first receive your hard...
According to Ed Ellis, Ph.D., an authority in the areas of biocompatible polymers and plastics, as noted on EyeCareSource.com, contact lens use is a major contributing factor to a condition known as chronic dry eyes. Contact lenses absorb...
Eyes become irritated for a variety of reasons, including dust, smoke, lack of oxygen to the eye surface, eyelid abnormalities, allergies and inability to produce adequate lubrication. People with sensitive eyes may find it difficult to wear...
When you wear soft contact lenses, you don't have to worry about them slipping off during exercise, getting fogged up during bad weather or changing the look of your face. This increased convenience only comes after you master the art of putting...
As you age, your eyes undergo physical changes that cause your vision to decline. Some of these changes include increased cornea sensitivity, cloudiness and loss of flexibility in the eye lenses and a decrease in the reaction time of your pupils....
Spending limited amounts of time in the sun is important for the production of vitamin D. The body is incapable of producing this vitamin on its own, even though it has many important functions in your body, such as bone maintenance. Despite this...
Toric contact lenses correct a common eye condition called astigmatism. The American Optometric Association describes astigmatism as a vision problem caused either by an irregular shaped cornea, which is the clear outer layer of the eye, or...
Adult diabetes, also known as type 2, occurs when the body fails to properly process carbohydrates, protein and fats. The result is a high level of glucose in the body, which can lead to increased risk of stroke, heart disease and other serious...
Contact lenses have evolved in leaps and bounds since the first polymethyl methacrylate hard lens was introduced in the 1940s, with newer materials such as silicone-hydrogel offering greater comfort, ease and extension of wear. However, while...
Tobradex is a medication used to treat bacterial infections of the eye. According to Drugs.com, this is a combination of the medications tobramycin and dexamethasone. Tobramycin is the antibiotic component that destroys the bacteria while...
Xibrom (bromfenac) is a medication used to manage eye pain and swelling after you have cataracts (clouding of eye lenses) surgery. According to Drugs.com, Xibrom belongs to a class of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)....
Contact lenses have become an increasingly popular alternative to glasses for corrective vision since they first hit the market in 1979, according to EyeTopics.com. Innovations in lens type and comfort have made contact lenses more versatile, less...
Contact lenses are designed to enhance your vision without the need for glasses. Although not all eyes and vision problems are suited for contacts, most of the time, contacts can be comfortably worn without problems or complications. However, some...
Simvastatin is a medication used to lower the cholesterol levels in your blood. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that can build up in your arteries and block the blood flow to your heart and brain. Such serious complications as a stroke or heart...
Hytrin is a medication that treats high blood pressure and benign prostatic hyperplasia (a condition in which your prostate gland is unusually large), says Drugs.com. It works to relax the muscles in your blood vessels and prostate, and promote...
Diabetes that sets in during childhood is typically type 1 diabetes, formerly known as juvenile diabetes states the Mayo Clinic. This form of diabetes is a chronic condition resulting from the pancreas producing little or no insulin. Insulin is...
Cataracts refer to the thin membrane lens of the eye becoming cloudy or blurred eventually leading to impaired vision or blindness, according to Eyes.com. Having cataracts removed from your eyes requires an invasive surgical procedure. After...
Your child's eyes work with light and his brain to provide him with vision. Although his vision starts out fuzzy at birth, it becomes clearer as he grows older. If you notice your child squinting, it can be an indication of several problems that...
As people age, the lenses of their eyes lose flexibility. This condition is called presbyopia, and it makes close-up objects appear blurry. While some books, DVDs and websites may promise to teach you eye exercises that will reverse or reduce the...
Dry eyes may occur when tear ducts in the eye do not function correctly or the tears produced don't sufficiently moisturize the eye, according to MayoClinic.com. When tears do not provide adequate moisture in the eye, eyes burn, sting and can't...
Eyes are sensitive organs that are easily irritated. Any small particle in your eye can cause extreme distress. Natural tearing may flush a small bit out of your eye, but you may have to intercede in other cases. The offending matter can often be...
Allergies refer to a common condition in which your body creates a response against a foreign invader such as pollen. The Mayo Clinic states that some symptoms of allergies include congestion, itchy nose, a skin rash and hives. Risk factors for...
The first 12 weeks of pregnancy, known as the first trimester, abound with changes and growth in your unborn baby. Despite a common misconception, you don't get pregnant the instant semen enters your body. It takes up to two weeks for the process...
Congenital diseases refer to diseases that are present at birth. Sometimes, the congenital condition affects a certain body part or is an inherited condition that affects growth and development. Congenital diseases are typically present at birth,...
Actonel (generic name: risedronate) is a medication used manage osteoporosis, the condition of weakened bones, and Paget's disease of bone, according to Drugs.com. It belongs to the category of drugs called bisphosphonates and helps to increase...
Astigmatism is an eye problem that optometrists can correct with the right lenses. Get professional tips and advice on eye problems and optometry in this video.
