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Signs of Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis) and How it is Spread

Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is a common eye condition that affects all age groups. It is particularly common in children as viral conjunctivitis tends to spread rapidly in day care centers and schools. However, not all cases of conjunctivitis are due to an infection. Conjunctivitis may not always appear with >> 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 ...

Sensitive Eyes Meaning, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

We often talk about sensitive eyes when referring to light sensitivity. The eyes has mechanisms to restrict the amount of light entering the eyeball. Very bright light can hurt the eyes of any person. Sometimes the eyes are very sensitive to light and what is otherwise considered as a normal brightness can irritate some >> Read More ...

How To Treat Sleepy Eyes With Simple Remedies

The appearance of human eyes differs significantly among people and it is not just the shape and size. The eyelids and orbit also contribute to the overall look of the eyes. Some people have a natural “sleepy” appearance of the eyes and it is largely due to the the eyelids, particularly the upper eyelid.  >> Read More ...

Avoid Eyestrain from Light, Screens and Reading

Eyestrain or eye fatigue has become common place in everyday life for many of us. Most of the time it is nothing more than an annoyance but for some people it can be quite debilitating. Fortunately eyestrain does not lead to any permanent complications but the symptoms may recur on such a frequent basis that it affects a >> Read More ...

Excessive Eye Redness (Red Eyes) Causes, Treatment, Prevention

Redness of the eye, or ocular redness, is a common ailment that may be a symptom of some ocular or even non-ocular disorder or can arise acutely with minor irritation or injury of the eye. It is often accompanied by itching. On its own, excessive redness of the eye is not serious particularly if it passes within a short >> Read More ...

Itchy Eyes – Causes and Treatment

Causes of Itchy Eyes 1. Non-Washed Eyes Thick fat from the oil glands in the inner eye corner may cause itchy eyes if not washed off in the morning. Sweat from the face or hands while rubbing eyes also causes itchy eyes. 2. Foreign Body A small object or fly falling in the eye usually causes intense itch and watery eye. >> Read More ...