Category: Astigmatism

Understanding How Your Vision Works

3/1/2025

Your vision is achieved through a complex process involving eye structures, nerves, and the brain working together to create sight. If any structure of the eye becomes damaged, it can affect vision.

Learning how your vision works is helpful in understanding various types of vision disorders, such as refractive disorders.

Keep reading below to learn more about how vision works and what refractive disorders are.

Patients Guide to Astigmatism: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

3/1/2025

Astigmatism develops when the cornea or lens is irregularly shaped. It typically causes blurry vision. According to the American College of Ophthalmology, astigmatism is very common and often occurs along with other refractive errors, such as farsightedness or nearsightedness.

The only way to properly diagnose astigmatism is through a comprehensive eye exam. An accurate diagnosis can help manage astigmatism and improve vision.

The article below provides a guide to astigmatism, including symptoms, risk factors, and treatments.

Eye Tests: What Are They and What do They Measure?

12/1/2024

It's common to think that your vision is fine if you do not have any symptoms of an eye problem. However, it is essential to understand that many types of eye diseases do not cause symptoms in their early stages.

Eye exams or tests are vital for diagnosing various types of eye diseases. The specific eye tests performed by an eye specialist may vary depending on your age, underlying medical condition, and any eye symptoms present. Eye exams can detect problems with eye pressure, blood vessels, and retinal issues.

Back to School Healthy Eye Tips | Children’s Eye Health

8/1/2022

Fall is just around the corner, and for millions of children, that means back to school. As the summer winds down, it’s a good time to prepare for the school year ahead. One way to start off on the right foot is to make sure your child’s vision is protected, and their eyesight is good.

August is Children’s Eye Health Month. The blog below takes a look at common eye problems in children and eye tips to start the school year right.

The Link Between Eye Problems and Headaches

6/1/2020

Headaches are one of the most common complaints for adults and children. The severity and frequency of headaches varies from occasionally to almost daily. For some people, headaches can be debilitating and lead to a decreased quality of life.

Headaches have a variety of causes, including eye problems. June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month. It is the perfect time to encourage people with chronic headaches to seek help.

Understanding How Your Vision Works

Patients Guide to Astigmatism: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

Eye Tests: What Are They and What do They Measure?

Back to School Healthy Eye Tips | Children’s Eye Health

The Link Between Eye Problems and Headaches

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