Conjunctivitis is not serious at all but is often very contagious. Conjunctivitis spreads quickly with typical symptoms including red, watery eyes and itching. Here are some tips for...

How do you shop for sunglasses? Some people try on every option while others know exactly what they are looking for, but basically, when you see what you like, and...

What is astigmatism? Astigmatism is frequently caused by a "football-shaped" cornea, which is more curved on one axis and flatter on the opposite axis. This results...

Swelling under the eyes is often due to fluid build-up or tissue inflammation. Swelling under the eye may or may not be painful. Most under-eye swelling can be treated at...

Recovery from cataract surgery is relatively short. You may be surprised at how quickly you can resume certain activities! However, following the ophthalmologist's recommendations is necessary after the operation. How...

If you dream of no longer having to wear glasses or contact lenses, LASIK surgery may be an interesting option for you. Here are the conditions to allow yourself the...

Tobacco has a toxic and harmful effect on a smokers' body, and their eyes suffer greatly. Smokers are up to 4 times more likely to have serious eye health problems...

For most parents, taking their child to the dentist when they are very young is almost a given. This is not as common as with a visit to the optometrist....

Don’t you just love the signs of Spring? Budding trees, bright yellow tulips and birds flirting shamelessly. But, for those who suffer from seasonal allergies, this can literally be a...

The lens behind the iris becomes increasingly rigid and inflexible as you age. It can no longer change shape as easily to allow you to focus on objects, whether they...

Nowadays, there are several types of contact lenses to correct presbyopia. These contact lenses allow you to see properly at all distances. First, what is presbyopia? Throughout life, the natural...

Many parents wonder about their child's myopia. Is it possible to reduce it? Unfortunately, myopia in children is not reversible. However, it is possible to slow down its progression with...