Did you ever wake up with itchy red eyes or a little bump on your eyelid? Eye problems are common. Although many eye conditions are minor and do not cause any lasting issues, they may still be uncomfortable.

There are several different types of eye conditions that can affect your eye health and/or your vision. Continue reading below to learn the symptoms to look for and the treatments available. 
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​Eye injuries can occur anywhere, including at work. Depending on your job, you may have an increased risk of eye issues, such as injuries or infections. Even if your job is low risk, injuries and eye problems can develop. 
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​According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, in the United States, almost 25,000 people seek emergency treatment for work-related eye injuries every year. March is Workplace Wellness Eye Awareness month, so it’s a good time to learn more about how to keep our eyes safe and healthy on the job. 
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​A traumatic brain injury (TBI) involves force to the head that disrupts normal brain function. The disruption may be mild, such as a concussion, or it can be severe. Common causes of traumatic brain injuries include falls, motor vehicle accidents, and sports injuries. Traumatic brain injuries can interfere with the signals between the eyes and the brain and affect vision. 

If you have ever woken up and the white part of your eye has a bright red spot, it can be startling, especially if you have not injured your eye. The blood spot might be due to a subconjunctival hemorrhage.
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When we think of blood in the eye, we might think it mostly happens due to an eye injury. A subconjunctival hemorrhage can occur due to trauma to the eye, but it may also develop for 

Sepsis is not an uncommon condition. According to the National Institute of General Medical Sciences, over one million people in the United States become septic each year. Many people are not familiar with what sepsis is and how it can affect their health, including vision. September is Sepsis Awareness Month and it’s a great time to learn more about this condition.