A corneal abrasion is a scratch or injury to the transparent surface of the eye, called the cornea. This injury, although usually minor, can be very uncomfortable and requires appropriate...

A black eye can occur following a shock or injury near the eye. Although often not serious, this injury can be unsightly and sometimes uncomfortable....

Eye infections can affect people of any age and come in various forms, such as conjunctivitis, styes, and more serious infections like keratitis. While often...

Red, itchy and burning eyes are common symptoms of conjunctivitis. If properly treated, conjunctivitis has no long-term effects on children. Conjunctivitis can seem alarming because of the intense redness of...

Red eyes are a common condition that can be caused by many factors. Although often benign, this condition can sometimes indicate a more serious health problem.  Causes of red eyes...

Uveitis is an inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye comprising the iris, ciliary body, and choroid. The condition can affect one or more parts of the...

Conjunctivitis is a common eye condition in children, characterized by inflammation of the transparent membrane covering the eye's surface and the eyelids' inside. Although conjunctivitis is generally benign, it can...

Red, itchy, burning eyes are the most common symptoms of conjunctivitis. When properly treated, conjunctivitis causes no long-term sequelae in children. Conjunctivitis can seem alarming, as it causes intense redness...

Back to school is often synonymous with little and big boo-boos that our children bring home. Among them is conjunctivitis. But what exactly is conjunctivitis? Here's how to recognize, treat,...

Blows to the eye are frequent, and their severity can vary enormously. Ocular trauma depends on the area affected and the intensity of the impact.While accident prevention at work and...

If you have an eye emergency, it's possible to consult an optometrist rather than going straight to the hospital emergency room.  The first thing to do if you have an...

Herpetic keratitis is one of the world's leading causes of blindness. The herpes virus causes this eye condition. And those affected may experience several episodes of herpetic keratitis throughout their...