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How to Read Your Eyeglass Prescription

For people who have astigmatism, there will be three numbers in your prescription. The C refers to the 'cylinder' or astigmatism, and can be a nega...

How to Pick Good Sunglasses

Before you even check the price tag, read the label. “You want both of those blocked 99 to 100%,” says eye doctor Rachel Bishop, MD. UV light can c...

Hyperopia (Farsightedness)

All it takes to diagnose farsightedness is a basic eye exam. The American Academy of Ophthalmology says adults who haven’t had vision problems shou...

Dealing with a Droopy Eyelid After Botox

Eyelid droop after getting these medications often happens with someone who lacks the proper skill. Your doctor should also ask about your medical ...

Eyeglasses that Do The Job

Do you wear the same pair every day for work, sports, hobbies, driving, reading, and watching TV? Blue light blocking filters: if you work on the c...

Eye Pain: what are The Causes?

Symptoms include severe eye pain, nausea and vomiting, headache, and worsening vision. Your eye doctor can figure out what's going on and find the ...

Retinal Detachment

Retinal detachment is a serious eye condition that happens when your retina -- a layer of tissue at the back of your eye that processes light -- pu...

Conjunctivitis (Pinkeye)

Conjunctivitis, also known as pinkeye, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva. Pinkeye caused by some bacteria and viruses can spread easily from pe...

Tips to Prevent Eye Fatigue

Digital devices may also be linked to eye fatigue because you tend to blink less often when looking at a computer screen. If the problem doesn’t go...

Eye Doctors: Optometrists and Ophthalmologists

There are two main types of eye doctors: ophthalmologists and optometrists.

What is a Corneal Abrasion?

A corneal abrasion is a scratch on your eye. Don’t try to remove anything that’s stuck onto your cornea. You should fully recover from a minor scra...

Cornea Transplant Surgery: what You Need to Know

The cornea is the clear layer on the front of your eye that helps focus light so you can see clearly. You might need this procedure if you have a s...