Posts by Scott Forester
Can an optometrist treat glaucoma?
Glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness for people over the age of 60. Glaucoma is a disease that damages the eye’s optic nerve and typically happens due to fluid buildup in the front part of the eye. This fluid increases the pressure in the eye, creating damage to the optic nerve. Here are the causes, symptoms, and treatments for glaucoma.
Read MoreHow do you become an eye doctor?
Optometry is a demanding field, but it takes hard work and patience to get there. The amount of time it takes to become an optometrist depends on the person and the pace they are moving. Typically, it takes a minimum of seven to eight years to become an optometrist.
Read MoreCan I watch TV after LASIK?
If you’re someone who has nearsightedness, farsightedness, and/or astigmatism, you may consider having a procedure known as LASIK. Glasses and contact lenses help compensate for the eye’s imperfections, but LASIK is a precise and controlled procedure that reshapes the cornea, improving your vision.
Read MoreEye pain and headaches with diabetes
Both diabetes and headaches can be frustrating, and sometimes, they might even have a correlation. Diabetes can ultimately have an effect on your eyes and may be to blame for your headaches.
Read MoreWhat time of day is eye pressure highest?
High pressure of fluid in the eye can lead to problems with your vision, and most of the time, it’s associated with glaucoma. There are common causes of high eye pressure, and even the time of day can affect it. Thankfully, there are ways to treat it.
Read MoreWhat kind of eye doctor should my child see?
Many parents wonder when and who to take their child to when it comes to eye health. Although perfect vision should come with young age, some children can’t see very well. As a parent, you want to make sure that your child’s needs are taken care of, and this includes their vision.
Read MoreWhen should I see an optometrist?
Whether you are visiting an optometrist for a routine eye exam or a new eye prescription, optometrists are there to help. Having good vision is a crucial part of your everyday health, and it’s important to know when and why you should visit an optometrist.
Read MoreIs glaucoma curable?
Glaucoma is a disease that causes damage to your eye’s optical nerve—the nerve that connects the eye to the brain—and causes blindness. There are different types of glaucoma, but the most common types often have few to no symptoms other than loss of vision. This why most people don’t know they have the disease.
Read MoreWhat eye drops are used for glaucoma?
Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness in older adults. The best way to minimize these risks is with preventative treatment early on. Eye drops are typically the first step in the treatment process, depending on how far the condition has progressed. Let’s take a look at what eye drops are used for glaucoma, along with other potential solutions.
Read MoreIs LASIK permanent?
If you’re tired of wearing glasses or contacts, you might consider laser eye surgery. LASIK is a long-lasting alternative to corrective lenses that can treat farsightedness (hyperopia), nearsightedness (myopia), and astigmatism. Before deciding to pursue surgery, you may be wondering about how effective it actually is.
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