Blurred Vision – Causes in One Eye or Both Eyes
We are all accustomed to seeing clearly, even if we use spectacles (glasses) or contact lenses. This clarity of vision is known as visual acuity. It does not stay constant >> Read More ...
Eyes and Vision
Heavy Eyes, Eyelids – Causes of Heaviness in Eye Area
A sensation of heaviness in the eyes or eyelids is usually a sign of fatigue. Sometimes it is the eyes that are specifically tired which overlaps with eyestrain. At other times generalized fatigue from prolonged waking hours and strenuous activities may also cause a heavy feeling in the eyes or eyelids. Most people will >> Read More ...
Signs of Glaucoma in Adults, Children and Babies
Glaucoma is the second most common cause of irreversible blindness after macular degeneration and affects about 3 million Americans. Less than half of those affected know that they have glaucoma and even of those treated, about 10% will still lose their vision as a result of this disease. About 12% of all cases of >> Read More ...
Presbyopia (Old Age Poor Eyesight) Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Eyesight problems, like nearsightedness, are common these days and often arise from childhood. It does not affect every person and many people go through early life with 20/20 vision. However, like every part of our body, the eyes undergo age-related changes which affect its function. This deterioration in vision is >> Read More ...
Shrunken Eyes One or Both Sides, Causes of Small Eyes
Most of us determine the size of eyes by the portion of the eyeball that can be seen. This is usually a section of the sclera (white of the eye), the cornea (clear front part of the eye), iris (circular portion that determines eye color) and pupil (‘hole’ at the center of the iris), which are visible when the >> Read More ...
Eyestrain (Overuse of Eyes) Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
We have all experienced the burning eyes and excessive tearing after using a computer screen for a long period of time. In most cases we do not give it much attention and just take time to rest the eyes. However, for some people eyestrain is a daily occurrence and part of an occupational hazard. It is more than just sore >> Read More ...